Arverne, Queens, September 4, 2025
News Summary
A new four-story residential building is set to be constructed at Beach 68th Street in Arverne, Queens, adding 18 rental units to the area. The proposed building will feature units averaging 641 square feet and a rear yard. Conveniently located near public transportation, the development aims to enhance local housing options and reflects ongoing efforts to accommodate the rising demand in the community.
Permits Filed for New 4-Story Residential Building with 18 Rental Units at 3-06 Beach 68th St., Arverne
Permits have been filed for the construction of a 4-story residential building at 3-06 Beach 68th St. in Arverne, Queens. The proposed structure would stand 45 feet tall and would cover about 11,550 square feet of space.
The project will contain 18 housing units, with an average unit size of 641 square feet per unit. The residences are expected to be primarily rental units.
The plans include a rear yard measuring 25 feet in length, located at the rear of the site.
Transit access is nearby, with the Beach 60th Street subway station on the A train line, and several bus stops serving the area for the Q22, Q52-SBS, QM15, and QM17 routes.
Nearby features include Rockaway Beach, the Rockaway Beach boardwalk, Brant Point Wildlife Sanctuary, Dubos Point Wildlife Sanctuary, Thursby Basin Park, Hammel Playground, and P256Q.
The building application was submitted by Benjamin Mendlowitz. The architect of record for the project is Leandro Nils Dickson (LND) Architect.
Demolition permits for the existing structure on the site have not yet been filed. No estimated completion date for the project has been provided.
Key features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 3-06 Beach 68th St., Arverne, Queens |
| Building type | 4-story residential |
| Height | 45 feet |
| Total floor area | 11,550 sq ft |
| Units | 18 |
| Average unit size | 641 sq ft |
| Preferred use | primarily rental |
| Rear yard | 25 feet in length |
| Transit access | Beach 60th Street A train; Q22, Q52-SBS, QM15, QM17 bus routes |
| Nearby amenities | Rockaway Beach, Rockaway Beach boardwalk, Brant Point Wildlife Sanctuary, Dubos Point Wildlife Sanctuary, Thursby Basin Park, Hammel Playground, P256Q |
| Applicant | Benjamin Mendlowitz |
| Architect of record | Leandro Nils Dickson (LND) Architect |
| Demolition permits | Not filed yet |
| Estimated completion | Not provided |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is being proposed at 3-06 Beach 68th St, Arverne?
- A new 4-story residential building with 18 rental units is proposed.
- How tall will the building be?
- 45 feet tall.
- How many units will it contain?
- 18 units.
- What is the size of the units on average?
- 641 square feet per unit.
- Will the residences be rental or condo?
- Primarily rental units are planned.
- Is there a rear yard? If so, how big?
- Yes, a rear yard measuring 25 feet in length.
- What transit options are nearby?
- The Beach 60th Street A train station is nearby, and bus routes Q22, Q52-SBS, QM15, and QM17 serve the area.
- Who submitted the building application?
- The application was submitted by Benjamin Mendlowitz.
- Who is the architect?
- The architect of record is Leandro Nils Dickson (LND) Architect.
- Are there demolition permits yet?
- Demolition permits have not yet been filed.
- Is there a projected completion date?
- No estimated completion date has been provided.
- What are some nearby features?
- Rockaway Beach, the Rockaway Beach boardwalk, Brant Point Wildlife Sanctuary, Dubos Point Wildlife Sanctuary, Thursby Basin Park, Hammel Playground, and P256Q.
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Additional Resources
- QNS: Permits Filed for Residential 18 Units in Arverne
- Rockaway Wave: Permits for New Residential Building Filed
- New York YIMBY: Permits Filed for Beach Channel Drive in Arverne
- The Architect’s Newspaper: New York’s Rockaway Peninsula
- Architectural Record: WXY Designs a Public Beach House for the Rockaways
- Wikipedia: Arverne, Queens
- Google Search: Arverne Queens
- Google Scholar: Arverne Queens Development
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Queens
- Google News: Arverne Queens Residential Building
