40-12 Forley Street

Queens, NY 11373BBL 4-01503-0116Map

40-12 Forley Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1955 in Queens, 11373. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Chen, Fen Tan. HPD has recorded 12 housing violations here, most recently on November 7, 2019. 1 of the 12 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 12
DOB violations: 1
ECB violations: 4
HPD complaints: 37

What to know

Concern

1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good

Last violation Nov 7, 2019

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 · 12

IInformation / order
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 7, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed
IInformation / order
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.
Jan 8, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed
CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock on exterior metal door entrance to building at front areaway, 1st story
Sep 10, 2013
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Replace with new the missing light fixture entrance to building. at front areaway, 1st story
Sep 10, 2013
Closed — Violation dismissed
BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections water closet, wash basin,bath tub,& kitchen sink , 1st story
Jan 22, 2013
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible gas range , 1st story
Jan 22, 2013
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible gas range , 1st story
Dec 18, 2012
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches, 1st story
Dec 18, 2012
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice, 1st story
Dec 18, 2012
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections at wash basin water closet bathtub and sink at garage, 1st story
Nov 11, 2012
Closed — Violation closed

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BHazardous
Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible for gas range at garage, 1st story
Nov 11, 2012
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Section 9, 170, 171, 300, 301, 302 m.d.law-file plans and application and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the conversion from a private dwelling to multiple dwelling use if lawfully feasible or restore to lawful occupancy
Nov 11, 2012
Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 1

Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 27, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o bldg dept records. 1st sty changed from ordinary use to an illegal apt. partitions erected w/kitchen and bathroom facilities installed.
Jan 22, 2013 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve
Class - 2
Residence altered as a dwelling for more than the approved # of dwelling. the c of o #q 115949 indicates;at 1st fl,boiler room,storage 1 cargarage,2nd fl 1 dwelling & 3rd fl 1 dwelling legal 2 family. the
Dec 5, 2012 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve
Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. work noted: at 1st fl of premises installed water &waste lines for 3pc bathroom (toilet,wash basin) & residential sink,gas line for gas stove,full height partitions creating 3 rooms,electrica
Dec 5, 2012
Resolve
Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or bldg dept records. first sty garage changed from storage and ordinary use to an apt - partitions erected w/kitchen and bathroom facilities installed.
Nov 11, 2012 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve

Complaints

Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 21, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 8, 2020 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 8, 2020 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close
Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
General
Floor
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Sewer
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close

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Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
General
Floor
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Appliance
Refrigerator
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Heating
Heat related
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 18, 2013 · Apt 1
Close
General
Floor
Dec 14, 2012 · Apt 2ST
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 14, 2012 · Apt 2ST
Close
Appliance
Refrigerator
Dec 14, 2012 · Apt 2ST
Close
Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2012 · Apt 2ST
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 14, 2012 · Apt 2ST
Close
Plumbing
Toilet
Dec 14, 2012 · Apt 2ST
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 25, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
General
Floor
Oct 25, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 25, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 25, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 25, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 25, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 20, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
General
Floor
Sep 20, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
General
Mold
Sep 20, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 20, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 20, 2012 · Apt 1
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 (C0)
Year built: 1955
Floors: 3
Residential units: 3
Building area: 2,707 ft²
Lot area: 2,006 ft²
Zoning: R4
Community board: 404
Council district: 25
Block / lot: 1503 / 116
Assessed value: $83,700
Landmark / historic district: No

HPD registration #912031, last renewed Jul 23, 2025.

Questions about 40-12 Forley Street

Who owns 40-12 Forley Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chen, Fen Tan.

Does 40-12 Forley Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 12 housing violations at this property.

Is 40-12 Forley 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 40-12 Forley Street built?

City records list 1955 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 40-12 Forley Street?

It has 3 residential units.

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