Does 63-70 Austin Street, Queens have HPD violations?

Yes, 63-70 Austin Street, Queens currently has 15 open HPD housing violations: 2 Class A (non-hazardous), 6 Class B (hazardous), and 7 Class C (immediately hazardous). Data from NYC HPD via NYC Open Data, last updated July 9, 2026.

How many 311 complaints has 63-70 Austin Street, Queens received?

63-70 Austin Street, Queens has received 341 complaints in the last 12 months and 3 in the last 30 days. The most common complaint type is HEAT/HOT WATER with 308 complaints.

Is 63-70 Austin Street, Queens safe to live in?

Based on NYC Open Data, 63-70 Austin Street, Queens has a CRITICAL RISK safety rating. The building has 7 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations and should be investigated carefully before signing a lease.

What are the most common complaints at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens?

The most common complaints filed at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens in the last 12 months are: 1. HEAT/HOT WATER (308 complaints), 2. UNSANITARY CONDITION (16 complaints), 3. WATER LEAK (6 complaints).

Are there Class C violations at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens?

Yes. 63-70 Austin Street, Queens currently has 7 Class C violations, which are classified as immediately hazardous by NYC HPD. These require urgent landlord certification of correction.

When was the last complaint filed at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens?

The most recent 311 complaint at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens was filed on June 11, 2026. In total, 1340 complaints have been filed since January 2024. Data updated daily from NYC Open Data.

How serious are the violations at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens?

63-70 Austin Street, Queens currently has 15 open HPD violations: 2 Class A (non-hazardous), 6 Class B (hazardous), and 7 Class C (immediately hazardous). Class C violations are immediately hazardous and require urgent remediation by the landlord under NYC housing code. Data from NYC HPD via NYC Open Data.

Is 63-70 Austin Street, Queens a good building to rent?

63-70 Austin Street, Queens has 7 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations currently open — the most serious HPD category. Prospective renters should exercise significant caution, request a full HPD inspection history, and consult a tenant rights organization before signing any lease.

Who do I contact about violations at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens?

To report a housing issue or follow up on violations at 63-70 Austin Street, Queens, contact NYC's Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) by calling 311 or visiting hpd.nyc.gov. Tenants can file a new complaint via the 311 mobile app or website. For free legal assistance, contact Housing Court Answers (212-962-4795), MFY Legal Services, or Housing Rights Initiative.

63-70 Austin Street, Queens

📍 Forest Hills, Queens Built 1950 84 units Class C1 Residential

Registered to ESTEPHANIA KNIGHT LLC / Partnership HPD registration · updated monthly

CRITICAL RISK

15 Open Violations

7C 6B 2A

341 Complaints (12 mo) ↑ up vs prior year

3 Last 30 Days

Renting here? This building has 7 unresolved immediately-hazardous violations — ask the landlord what's being done about them before you sign.

311 Complaint Summary

Last 30 Days

Last 90 Days

341

Last 365 Days

⚠️ Complaints are up 175% compared to the previous 6 months.

🐀 11 pest infestation complaints filed with HPD since 2024

Complaint Types (Last 12 Months)

HEAT/HOT WATER

308(90%)

UNSANITARY CONDITION

16(5%)

WATER LEAK

6(2%)

PAINT/PLASTER

5(1%)

PLUMBING

2(1%)

GENERAL

2(1%)

FLOORING/STAIRS

1(0%)

APPLIANCE

1(0%)

📅 Monthly Activity Heatmap (Last 12 Months)

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Source: NYC 311 / HPD · Synced daily · Covers HPD-managed residential buildings · Records from Jan 2024 onward

DOHMH Rat Inspection History

17 Inspections on Record

Passed Most Recent Result

2023-10-11 Most Recent Date

2023-10-11 Initial Passed

2023-07-25 Initial Passed

2022-02-02 Compliance Passed

2021-12-08 Initial Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2018-04-10 Initial Passed

2016-11-07 Compliance Passed

2016-10-13 Initial Failed for Other Reason

2016-02-25 Compliance Failed for Other Reason

2016-01-28 Initial Failed for Other Reason

2015-12-08 Initial Passed

2013-12-02 Initial Passed

2012-12-27 Treatments Bait applied

2012-12-13 Treatments Bait applied

2012-12-11 Compliance Failed for Other Reason

2012-10-18 Initial Failed for Other Reason

2012-02-23 Compliance Passed

2012-02-03 Initial Failed for Other Reason

Source: NYC DOHMH Rodent Inspections · Synced daily (30-day lookback) · Inspections may cover the building's block, not the exact address · DOHMH data publishes with ~10-day lag

HPD Housing Violations

2 Class A

6 Class B

7 Class C

Driving this immediately hazardous rating

Class C Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the 1st room from east at north 2026-03-15

Class C Lead paint hazard — compliance certification required 2025-08-04

See all 15 violations ▼

Class C § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

2026-03-15 ▼

Violation ID: #18713081

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-15T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

Class C § 27-2056.7, 27-2056.8, 27-2056.9 ADM CODE - CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL REQUIREMENTS DURING PERIOD OF UNIT VACANCY BY PERFORMING ACTIVITIES NECESSARY TO ABATE PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS XRF TESTED INCONCLUSIVE AT 0.5 MG/CM2 (28 RCNY §11-07(B)) FROM REQUIRED WINDOW AND/OR DOOR FRICTION SURFACES AND MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE, IN AN APARTMENT WITH A CHILD UNDER SIX LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

2025-08-04 ▼

Violation ID: #18142705

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2025-08-04T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2056.7, 27-2056.8, 27-2056.9 ADM CODE - CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL REQUIREMENTS DURING PERIOD OF UNIT VACANCY BY PERFORMING ACTIVITIES NECESSARY TO ABATE PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS XRF TESTED INCONCLUSIVE AT 0.5 MG/CM2 (28 RCNY §11-07(B)) FROM REQUIRED WINDOW AND/OR DOOR FRICTION SURFACES AND MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE, IN AN APARTMENT WITH A CHILD UNDER SIX LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

Class C § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD-PAINT THAT IS XRF TESTED INCONCLUSIVE FOR LEAD CONTENT AT 0.5MG/CM2 AND IS PRESUMED LEAD PAINT AS SET FORTH IN (28 RCNY §11-07(b)) AND THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE-USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(b)(2) 1st WINDOW FRAME FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

2025-08-04 ▼

Violation ID: #18142382

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2025-08-04T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD-PAINT THAT IS XRF TESTED INCONCLUSIVE FOR LEAD CONTENT AT 0.5MG/CM2 AND IS PRESUMED LEAD PAINT AS SET FORTH IN (28 RCNY §11-07(b)) AND THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE-USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(b)(2) 1st WINDOW FRAME FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

Class C § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD-PAINT THAT IS XRF TESTED INCONCLUSIVE FOR LEAD CONTENT AT 0.5MG/CM2 AND IS PRESUMED LEAD PAINT AS SET FORTH IN (28 RCNY §11-07(b)) AND THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE-USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(b)(2) 1st DOOR FROM WEST AT NORTH WALL, 1st DOOR FRAME FROM WEST AT NORTH WALL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

2025-08-04 ▼

Violation ID: #18142383

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2025-08-04T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD-PAINT THAT IS XRF TESTED INCONCLUSIVE FOR LEAD CONTENT AT 0.5MG/CM2 AND IS PRESUMED LEAD PAINT AS SET FORTH IN (28 RCNY §11-07(b)) AND THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE-USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(b)(2) 1st DOOR FROM WEST AT NORTH WALL, 1st DOOR FRAME FROM WEST AT NORTH WALL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

Class C § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - 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 RISER FROM SOUTH AT WEST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

2025-08-04 ▼

Violation ID: #18142384

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2025-08-04T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - 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 RISER FROM SOUTH AT WEST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT APT2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST''

Class C § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES GAS RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

2024-09-24 ▼

Violation ID: #17298613

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-09-24T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES GAS RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

Class C § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''EAST''

2024-02-27 ▼

Violation ID: #16703955

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-02-27T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''EAST''

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

2026-03-15 ▼

Violation ID: #18713082

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-15T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

Class B § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE COMPACTOR CLOSET AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY

2026-03-15 ▼

Violation ID: #18713083

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-15T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE COMPACTOR CLOSET AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE RADIATOR COVER AT EAST WALL NEAR BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

2026-03-15 ▼

Violation ID: #18713159

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-15T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE RADIATOR COVER AT EAST WALL NEAR BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES ON NORTH, SOUTH AND EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

2026-03-05 ▼

Violation ID: #18694179

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES ON NORTH, SOUTH AND EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CELING AND NORTH WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

2024-05-28 ▼

Violation ID: #17004647

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-05-28T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CELING AND NORTH WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

Class B § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

2024-05-28 ▼

Violation ID: #17004652

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-05-28T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

Class A § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT SOFFIT AT INTERMEDIATE LANDING AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 1st STORY

2026-03-15 ▼

Violation ID: #18713160

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-15T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT SOFFIT AT INTERMEDIATE LANDING AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 1st STORY

Class A § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR WINDOW REVEAL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

2026-03-05 ▼

Violation ID: #18694181

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR WINDOW REVEAL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''63-74''

⚠️ What does Class C mean?

Class C violations are classified as immediately hazardous by the HPD (e.g. lack of heat or hot water, active mold, severe rodent infestations, lead-based paint, or carbon monoxide detector issues). Landlords are legally required to resolve these immediately.

Source: NYC HPD Housing Violations · Synced daily · Open violations only — closed violations excluded · Class I (administrative/registration notices) excluded from counts

Neighborhood Comparison

How 63-70 Austin Street, Queens compares to other tracked buildings in Forest Hills in the last 12 months.

Average building in Forest Hills

341

This building

NYC Average

📊 That's 341.0× the Forest Hills average · top 4% most-complained in neighborhood

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What This Means If You're Considering Renting Here

This building has 7 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations currently open — the most serious HPD category. With 341 complaints filed in the last 12 months, prospective renters should exercise significant caution, request a full HPD inspection history, and consult a tenant rights organization before signing any lease.

Data current as of July 9, 2026. Always verify independently with HPD before signing a lease.

Data last updated: July 9, 2026 · Source: NYC Open Data

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