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72-20 Forest Avenue

Queens, NY 11385BBL 4-03576-0040Map

Owner of record: Forest Canaj Realty LLC

72-20 Forest Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Queens, 11385. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Forest Canaj Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 42 housing violations here, most recently on May 14, 2026. 35 of the 42 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
42
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
35

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 14, 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 · 42

  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of kick down door stopper at building front entrance door , 1st story

    Apr 28, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at building front entrance door. , 1st story

    Apr 28, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Oct 24, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the public hall bulkhead door at the roof

    Nov 9, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of lockable hasp with eye on the public hall bulkhead door to roof

    Nov 9, 2017

    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 21, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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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.

    Oct 16, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system lock door at boiler room, cellar

    Dec 3, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective doors at kitchen sink in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story

    Dec 3, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story

    Dec 3, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding walls 2nd & 3rd story public hall

    Nov 5, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls 2nd & 3rd story public hall

    Nov 5, 2003

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture at 2nd room from north at east, 3rd story, apartment

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window frame in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose faucet in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mold & mildew walls in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood tread 1st 2nd & 3rd tread from bottom stair at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 5, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lower sash window counter balance in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the private hallway located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2 sty balcony rear yard.

    Oct 2, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at rear yard.

    Oct 2, 1999

    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.

    Oct 2, 1999

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at or near mailboxes 1 sty public hall.

    Oct 2, 1999

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing at or near mailboxes 1 sty public hall.

    Oct 2, 1999

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Replace with new the missing metal mesh under skylight 2 sty public hall bulkhead to roof.

    Oct 2, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead door to roof.

    Oct 2, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at 1 sty public hall at or near mailboxes and boiler room door.

    Oct 2, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead pub hall.

    Sep 25, 1986

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    D26-17.07 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 2 sty apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Feb 8, 1986 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock installed at entrance door 3 sty rear apt 3. , section '' ''

    Jan 13, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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 1 sty pub hall.

    Dec 9, 1985

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

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

    Dec 9, 1985

    Open — Nov certified late

DOB building violations · 3

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Observed rear yard brick wall & metal fence & gate removed to extend the driveway in order to accumulate more parking space. no permit in dob record., obtain all permits

    Aug 10, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B 254 heating system- boiler room sign not visible thru buildings front door. correct violating condition and submit a certificate or correction

    Sep 25, 2019

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 1, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 9, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt 3R

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S4)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
5,951 ft²
Lot area
2,592 ft²
Zoning
R5B
Community board
405
Council district
34
Block / lot
3576 / 40
Assessed value
$657,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #411559, last renewed Oct 3, 2025.

Questions about 72-20 Forest Avenue

Who owns 72-20 Forest Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Forest Canaj Realty LLC.

Does 72-20 Forest Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 42 housing violations at this property.

Is 72-20 Forest 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 72-20 Forest Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 72-20 Forest Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.

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