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20-44 42 Street

Queens, NY 11105BBL 4-00798-0050Map

Owner of record: George Billis

20-44 42 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Queens, 11105. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is George Billis. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on August 7, 2026. 31 of the 39 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
45

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 7, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 39

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    May 6, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 11, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Dec 2, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 12, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 28, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Mar 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 3, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system. at building entrance. , 1st story

    Aug 16, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors at apt. in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 16, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective. in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 16, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system. in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 16, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 24, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 23, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Apr 14, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 14, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 16, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 16, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 16, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard

    Feb 27, 2014

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Feb 27, 2014

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box 1st story public hall

    Feb 27, 2014

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimun

    Feb 27, 2014

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at 1 story public hall

    Jul 30, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 3 sty apt 3r. , section '' ''

    Jul 3, 1991 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of eye hooks installed scuttle cover 3 sty pub hall roof.

    Jun 26, 1991

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures sink 1 sty apt 1f kitchen. , section '' ''

    May 3, 1991 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet 1 sty apt 1f bathroom er1. , section '' ''

    May 3, 1991 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures bathtub 1 sty north apt 1f bathroom. , section '' ''

    Apr 30, 1991 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition 1 sty north apt divided 2 unit increasing from 6 unit to 7.

    Apr 16, 1991

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations 1 sty north apt 1f missing. located at apt 1f

    Apr 16, 1991 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures sink 1 sty north apt 1f kitchen. located at apt 1f

    Apr 16, 1991 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate 1 sty front apt.

    Sep 10, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system locked door 1 sty pub hall to cellar r133.

    Sep 4, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system notice missing mailbox and cellar door r132.

    Sep 4, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance door to 1 sty rear apt.

    May 5, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 7

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 3

    34,50a,50b,50c 50a)no storage in boiler room b)no clean out on chimneybase c)wrong material on pipe support.correct all violating conditionsand submit a certificate of correction

    Mar 8, 2019 · Penalty $500

    Active

Complaints

  • Electric

    Power outage

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 29, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 20, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 30, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 8, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 17, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 24, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Construction

    Rain leader

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 11, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 5, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 11, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 30, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 30, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 30, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jul 2, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jul 2, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 2, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 16, 2008 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 23, 2008 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 13, 2008 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 18, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 29, 2003 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 29, 2003 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jul 29, 2003 · Apt 3F

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built
1920
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
3,750 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
401
Council district
22
Block / lot
798 / 50
Assessed value
$450,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #414974, last renewed Jul 1, 2025.

Questions about 20-44 42 Street

Who owns 20-44 42 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is George Billis.

Does 20-44 42 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 20-44 42 Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 20-44 42 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 20-44 42 Street?

It has 6 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.