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68-10 Forest Avenue

Queens, NY 11385BBL 4-03483-0021Map

Owner of record: Handanovic Harry

68-10 Forest Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Queens, 11385. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Handanovic Harry. HPD has recorded 28 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 15 of the 28 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 17 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
28
DOB violations
11
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
254

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
17
About 100% of the building's 16 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 28

  • 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 7, 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 12, 2025

    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.

    Apr 15, 2024

    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.

    Nov 27, 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 29, 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 4, 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.

    Apr 15, 2021

    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.

    Apr 15, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Dec 21, 2019

    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

    Dec 21, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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
  • 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.

    Oct 24, 2018

    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.

    Dec 5, 2017

    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.

    Nov 21, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall, baseboard at west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall, ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective west window glass upper sash in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective inoperable locking device at west window at fire escape in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north at west, the kitchen , the bathroom , the private hallway located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 3; located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall, east wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 4a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 24, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Oct 26, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Oct 26, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Oct 26, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective cabinet base in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Oct 26, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 11

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 29, 2001

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 28, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit work noted no ara filed with the dept to correct ecb nov 34506545j at cellar level removed water and waste line for shower in bathroom and residential sink in kitchen area also removed gas

    Aug 12, 2009 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families. dept. of building records indicates premises to be legally approved for a 17) family. now premises converted

    Jan 14, 2006 · Penalty $3,050

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: at cellar level premises installed water and waste lines for a 3) piece bathroom (toilet, sink, shower) and residential sink at kitchen. installed gas line for gas stove at

    Jan 14, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy for more than the legal approved # of families bldg dept. records indicate residence legally approved for occupancy by 17 families. residence now altered for occupancy by 18 fami

    Oct 29, 2001 · Penalty $3,050

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted: in cellar (rear) erected full height partitions creating 4 rooms. also installed water, waste and gas linefor 3 pc bathroom(shower) and full kitchen w/gas stove. also noted ful

    Oct 29, 2001 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2020 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 19, 2019 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 3, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 12, 2019 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Nov 4, 2018 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 16, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 14, 2018 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt BA

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 1, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 1, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 1, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 15, 2018 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 9, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 5, 2018 · Apt BA

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 23, 2016 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 11, 2016 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 8, 2016 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2016 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 29, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 20, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 20, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 20, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 20, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 20, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 20, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 13, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 8, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2012 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2012 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 23, 2012 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 23, 2012 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 23, 2012 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 23, 2012 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 23, 2012 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 23, 2012 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    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 (C1)
Year built
1930
Floors
4
Residential units
16
Building area
12,800 ft²
Lot area
4,046 ft²
Zoning
R5B
Community board
405
Council district
30
Block / lot
3483 / 21
Assessed value
$672,300
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #411764, last renewed Aug 24, 2025.

Questions about 68-10 Forest Avenue

Who owns 68-10 Forest Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Handanovic Harry.

Does 68-10 Forest Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 28 housing violations at this property.

Is 68-10 Forest Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 17 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 68-10 Forest Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 68-10 Forest Avenue?

It has 16 residential units.

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