20 Continental Avenue
Queens, NY 11375BBL 4-03253-0051Map
Owner of record: Forest Hills Inn Apts
20 Continental Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1932 in Queens, 11375. It has 95 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Forest Hills Inn Apts. HPD has recorded 3 housing violations here, most recently on November 1, 2019.
- HPD violations
- 3
- DOB violations
- 29
- ECB violations
- 23
- HPD complaints
- 11
Available now in this building
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 3
- 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 1, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3t, 3rd story, 4th apartment from east at south
Jul 30, 2009 · Apt 3T
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & walls at east room located at apt 3t, 3rd story, 4th apartment from east at south
Jul 30, 2009 · Apt 3T
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 29
- Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. observed crack window pane at apt. 2g and broken pane at apt 3g. also defected window sealand at many locations. remedy: repair and/or replace
Dec 1, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 9, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Oct 8, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 1, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 1, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 12, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 12, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 22, 2001
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
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Oct 20, 1994
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 17, 1994
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 7, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
May 31, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 28, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 7, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Jun 29, 1990
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 8, 1990
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
2
Oct 12, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)file a bn for new controller installed and have same tested by this department
Dec 13, 1988
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51) file a bn for new controller installed and have also tested by this dept
Dec 13, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 23
- Class - 2
Failure to provide 72 hour notification. note: during time of inspection, observed construction work being performed in apartment 6jk on the 6th floor with gc not providing 72 hour notification to the departme
Oct 29, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: observed at front of bldg right side of main entrance. 3 commercial clothes dryers vents installed incorrectly. remedy: repair &/or replace.
May 23, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35372387z issued on 11/10/18and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and rcny 102-01 failure to maintain building
Mar 18, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35372387z issued on 11/10/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bldg
Jan 14, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted:at exp#1,right side of the main entrance, 3 commercial clothes dryers vents installed incorrectly terminated. remedy: repair or/and replace
Nov 10, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.observed at fron of building at expo one on the right of the front door entrance theexhaust for three commercial clothes dryers installed in the cellar.th
Aug 21, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or bldg dept records. noted: refer to 5 floor apt #5e. co #401458891 dated sept 01/2004 does not indicate duplex apts contrary to proposed plan
Dec 3, 2014 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit a required report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances. insp. dwg 5-24-05. foralt 2 #402141856,of which permit has expired on 4-15-06. note: for the
Aug 11, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
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Jun 24, 2008 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
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Jun 24, 2008 · Penalty $350
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted; installed air condition units at 3 rd, 4th and 5th fl. over propert line. remedy: obtain a permit or restore to prior legal condition. remedy: obtain a permit or restore to pri
Aug 22, 2001
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73o 50y
Dec 21, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
730 39h 50y 46h 08v
Dec 21, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u,36t, 75-perform and file for 5 year test
Jan 7, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u,36t, 75-perform and file for 5 year test.
Jan 7, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
50f,52y,50y,03m,03d, (03) provide electric box cover car top & secure all electric boxes for cablighting to car top and secure green field for same to car top.
Apr 7, 1992 · Penalty $375
Resolve - Non-hazardous
50f,52y,58o,59o,(03)provide electric box cover top&secure all electricboxes for cab lighting to car to.
Jan 24, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37#,73#,03m,15m,22d,33l,50f,50y,52y,37 installed controller without a permit. (controller) 73 conduct & tag properly for 5yr safety test, after test file elv3 form 03 provide 1800 lbs in cab capacity plate 15 d
Sep 30, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
15d,37#,73#,18m,03m,33l,15 properly re secure all now use shaftway doors in place (bolt) remove wood after securing same properly 37 installed new controller without a permit 73 properly tag after conducting 5y
Sep 30, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
03m,07l,14m,15m,46t,49t,30l,33#,35m,03 2500 lbs in cab capacity plate. 07 safety edge rear door 14 plastic & set screw, 15 dust covers. 46 & 49 reshackel & tag properly 30 replace broken glass to shaftway windo
Sep 30, 1991 · Penalty $75
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37 installed new controller without a permit 73 five year test and file elv3
Mar 12, 1991
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37a 73# 37 installed new controller without a permit 73 five year test 7 file elv3
Mar 12, 1991
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73l restore to working order or file a permit to caterise not in use or dismantled
Mar 12, 1991
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 3, 2022 · Apt 860
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 9, 2018 · Apt 3P
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3P
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3P
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 12, 2011 · Apt 6U
Close - General
Mold
Jul 13, 2009 · Apt 3T
Close - General
Mold
Jul 13, 2009 · Apt 3T
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 13, 2009 · Apt 3T
Close - General
Windows
Jul 13, 2009 · Apt 3T
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 21, 2006 · Apt 2D
Close
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- Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 29, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | $10,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Apr 7, 2026 | $520,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Dec 18, 2025 | $275,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1932
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 95
- Building area
- 85,075 ft²
- Lot area
- 31,250 ft²
- Zoning
- R3-2
- Community board
- 406
- Council district
- 29
- Block / lot
- 3253 / 51
- Assessed value
- $4,440,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #403183, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.
Questions about 20 Continental Avenue
Who owns 20 Continental Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Forest Hills Inn Apts.
Does 20 Continental Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 3 housing violations at this property.
Is 20 Continental Avenue 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 Continental Avenue built?
City records list 1932 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 20 Continental Avenue?
It has 95 residential units and 96 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.