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
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 42
- BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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.
Oct 24, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit the public hall bulkhead door at the roof
Nov 9, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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 21, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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.
Oct 16, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system lock door at boiler room, cellar
Dec 3, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding walls 2nd & 3rd story public hall
Nov 5, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls 2nd & 3rd story public hall
Nov 5, 2003
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing metal mesh under skylight 2 sty public hall bulkhead to roof.
Oct 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead door to roof.
Oct 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead pub hall.
Sep 25, 1986
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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
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.