79-17 Atlantic Avenue
Queens, NY 11421BBL 4-08959-0080Map
Owner of record: My Boys Realty, INC
79-17 Atlantic Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1920 in Queens, 11421. It has 1 residential unit across 2 floors. The owner of record is My Boys Realty, INC. HPD has recorded 40 housing violations here, most recently on November 25, 2025. 38 of the 40 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 40
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 38
- HPD complaints
- 48
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 · 40
- 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 25, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at all hot water fixture in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of explosed electrical alive wires at liight fixture at west wall in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective subfloor in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at all cold water fixture in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective washbasin in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective water closet in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 12, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective missing wash basin in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective missing water closet in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective concrete floor in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures provide adequate hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at sink- no volume in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at sink- no volume in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 30, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lockset at building entrance door , 1st story
May 30, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 29, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st riser from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 29, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective at ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective at water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at cold water range in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2024 · Apt 2
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.
Apr 15, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit in the entrance located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 13, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 5
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 2, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 2, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Work w/out permit
Aug 29, 2010
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
Work w/out permit
Apr 3, 2010
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Plumbing none
5 sprinkler heads installed without a permit
Oct 24, 2009
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
ECB violations · 38
- Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation # 34813334j issued on 10/07/09 for const. work etc done w/o apermit. remedy: comply w/ the commissioner's order
Oct 28, 2011 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation # 34855352z issued on 05/20/10 for installing plumbing fixture etc w/o a permit. remedy : comply w/ the commissioner's order
Oct 28, 2011 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov#34813334j issued on 12/07/2009.for construction work etc done w/o a permit.remedy: comply w/the comm's order.
Aug 5, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov#34855352z issued on 05/20/2010.for work done w/o a permit. remedy:comply w/the comm's order.
Aug 5, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to correct conditions cited in nov 34813334j for work done w/o a permit. remedy: correct conditions cited.
Jun 22, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to correct conditions cited in nov 34855352z for work done w/o a permit. remedy: correct conditions cited.
Jun 22, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy or bldg dept records. noted: ground level auto parts store has been changed to an eating & drinking establishment @ ground level. rem:amend c of o if
Jun 11, 2011 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to correct conditions cited in nov34813334j for work done w/o a permit.rem:correct conditions cited in nov
Apr 27, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to dob records.dob records indicates 1st flr to be for the sales of tires, batteries & oil etc.illegal occupancy noted:space now converted to restaurant.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy or
Apr 27, 2011
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to correct conditions cited in nov#34630870l-for work done w/oa permit.rem:correct condition(s)cited
Apr 27, 2011
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Noted owner failure to file a cert of correction for ecb violation #34813332x and dob violation number 120709c09db05 rem: file a cert of correction
Mar 24, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Noted owner failure to file a cert of correction for ecb vio #34800112l and dob vio number #093009c09tb07 rem: file a cert of correction
Mar 24, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
28-1101.2 ll103-1989 failure to maintain storm drainage noted observed at time of insp at exp#3 rear wall of the bldg the roof gutter and leader are not connected w/ drywell or sewer line observed a pvc pipe di
Mar 24, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Owner has failure to file a cert of correction for ecb violation #34813334j and dob vio#120709c09db07 rem: file cert of correction
Mar 24, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Work noted at exp #1 a sign has been installed appr 4f height by 17'ft long and 2ft wide w/ lettering cocono lounge & restaurant and electrical lighting at exp#3 at roof lvl a canopy has been installed appx 17'
Mar 24, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to correct conditions cited in nov 34813333h for installing ac units @ rear w/no permit prior nov 34865233p. rem:correct conditions cited.
Feb 23, 2011
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to correct conditions cited in nov 34813334j for constructing a 1story extension @ rear of bldg w/no permit. rem:correct conditions cited.
Feb 23, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to correct conditions cited in nov 34813330m for occuping 1st fl as restaurant contrary to the c of o nov 34865232n. rem:correct conditions cited.
Feb 23, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cofo noted:upon inspection operating a cabaret the co#1717890 states tire/battery shop.rem:discontinue illegal use around the co
Aug 29, 2010 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit.@ 1st flr a tire shop was converted to an eating/drinking establishment w/o permit as per search of dept records.rem:obtain permit or restore to prior legal condition
Aug 29, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to dob records. co 1717890 indicates property to beutilized as tire/battery shop. grand floor now used as restaurant (colono lounge & restaurant. remedy: amend co or discontinue illegal use.
Aug 25, 2010 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply with an order of the commissioner. noted: the violating conditions as per nov #34837679l still exists i.e 1st fl fire shop converted to an eating/drinking place w/o permit.
Jul 19, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply with an order of the commissioner. noted: the violating conditions as per nov #3481333h still exist i.e installed a.c. units,wood frame canopy at rear roof of 1st fl still exist
Jul 19, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply with an order of the commissioner. noted: the violating conditions as per nov #34813330m still exists i.e 1st fl is occupied as restaurant contrary c of o. remedy: comply with
Jul 19, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply with an order of the commissioner. noted: the violating conditions as per nov #34813334j still exists i.e. 1 story rear extension up to rear lot line w/o permit. no filing in
Jul 19, 2010 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit observed and photos taken sprinklers installed 1st fl no permits posted or on file for this work. remedy: obtain permits &inspections for this work or restore premises to prior legal condition
Jun 29, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit noted @ cellar level installed 1 toilet 2 sinks & 2 standing urinals w/ partition walls plumbing & electric wiring remedy: obtain permit
May 20, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioners order to file a c of c w/ the dob noted air conditioning equipment installed @ rear on 1sty roof & covered by wood framed roof via nov 34813333h & 34409403j still exists
May 20, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit noted:@1st fl a tire shop was converted to an eating/drinking ext w/o a permit.remedy:obtain permit or return to prior legal condition
Apr 3, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o noted:upon inspectionoperating a cabaret the co#1717890 states tire /battery shop.remedy:discontinue illegal use amend the co
Apr 3, 2010 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit plumbing observed 5 sprinkler installed in ceiling of 1st fl restaurant.in the cellar there is no sprinkler water main or eter just a 3/4" domestic water meter.see photo.remedy:obtain a permit
Feb 3, 2010 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w.o permit. work noted: at the rear 1 story addition with cmu wall w.one exit door/gate for accommodation of kitchen approx 17'w x 10'dx 10'h with wood frame roof extending up to lot line at rear. no filin
Dec 7, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w.o permit. work noted: at the rear (1) story roof, installed airconditioning units on steel i beams width wise upon another i beam on the wooden roof & erected wood frame canopy over the ac units approx 1
Dec 7, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Fail to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. noted at the rear of premises, installed 2 gutters at 1st fl roof & newly erected roof at 2nd fl & connected 3" & white pvc leader terminated open at the sidewalk
Dec 7, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec bc 1001.3 & 27-361 misc viol: fail to maintain egress clear & unobstructed. noted: at the rear of cocono restaurant in the kitchen area.the exit door is locked/closed by roll down shutter installed at rear
Dec 7, 2009 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or dob records. noteddob c of o indicates via coq 171890 that the 1st fl to be occupied as store sale of tires, batteries & oil. but the premises being used as "
Dec 7, 2009 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Xork without a permit. noted; constructed two 2 piece bathroom in cellar with partition walls, plumbing and electric. rem: obtain permit or restore to prior legal condition.
Sep 30, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit:work noted at 2nd floor level roof(2)ac unitets instaled on i beams 2'way frame ajoining property windows no controls filed for noise control remedy:obtain permits or restore to prior lega
Aug 28, 2003 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 27, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 27, 2024 · Apt 2
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 27, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
May 27, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 19, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 19, 2024 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 8, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 28, 2007 · Apt 2FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jul 6, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 6, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
Jul 6, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 6, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
Jun 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
May 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
May 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 28, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
Mar 28, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Windows
Mar 28, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 28, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Sep 20, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 20, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - General
Doors
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - General
Doors
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - General
Windows
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 30, 2004 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 26, 2003 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 21, 2003 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 12, 2003 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Nov 12, 2003 · Apt 2
Close - General
Mold
Jul 23, 2003 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S1)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 1
- Building area
- 1,800 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,332 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 409
- Council district
- 32
- Block / lot
- 8959 / 80
- Assessed value
- $46,380
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #927427, last renewed Nov 20, 2024.
Questions about 79-17 Atlantic Avenue
Who owns 79-17 Atlantic Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is My Boys Realty, INC.
Does 79-17 Atlantic Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 40 housing violations at this property.
Is 79-17 Atlantic 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 79-17 Atlantic Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 79-17 Atlantic Avenue?
It has 1 residential units and 2 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.