535 Beach 66th Street, Queens, NY 11692

535 Beach 66th Street is a 3-unit, 3-story residential building constructed in 1925, currently owned by Aryeh Aryeh. The property is experiencing significant recurring issues with power outages, with multiple emergency reports filed in early 2025 and violations issued by HPD. There are also concerning ongoing maintenance issues, including open violations related to a water leak over the first-floor public hall ceiling, required safety signage, and various repairs needed throughout the building.

The building has a history of pest issues, with violations issued in August 2024 and cumulative pest complaints between 2021-2025, including reports of roaches and mice in multiple locations. Between 2021 and 2023, the building faced multiple structural and safety concerns, with several complaints about building shaking/vibration issues, though inspections generally found no violations. There were also violations related to plumbing, electrical systems, and building maintenance, including issues with the roof, balcony conditions, and cracked walls. The property has had some environmental control board violations regarding failure to comply with orders to maintain the building in a code-compliant manner, with penalties issued but resolved.

While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (2021-2023), the building's overall maintenance record shows persistent issues requiring ongoing attention. The most pressing current concerns relate to the electrical system, as evidenced by multiple power outage complaints and violations in 2025, along with various unresolved maintenance issues highlighted in recent inspections. The building has a pattern of requiring multiple service requests for the same issue before resolution, particularly regarding electrical problems and pest control. While some violations from 2021-2022 were dismissed or resolved, there are still open violations as of the latest available data, suggesting ongoing compliance challenges.