17-20 Stanhope Street, Queens, NY 11385
The three-unit, three-story New Law Tenement building at 17-20 Stanhope Street in Ridgewood, owned by Nicholas Santangelo and constructed in 1920, has experienced several notable maintenance issues in recent years. Most concerning is a recent pattern of rat sightings, with three documented complaints in early 2025 (February-March), and follow-up inspections confirming rat activity in April and July 2025.
The building has also faced recurring challenges with garbage and recycling storage, with multiple Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) inspections between 2022 and 2024, though none resulted in violation citations. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with official reports from 2021-2024 showing zero affected units during the reporting periods, despite four annual violation notices between 2021 and 2024 regarding the requirement to file bedbug reports. The building's inspection history shows a mix of pass and fail results for various pest control inspections, with notable rat activity reported in 2025 following previously successful inspections.
Records indicate some recent improvements in compliance with reporting requirements, as shown by the issuance of permits in June-July 2019 for plumbing and electrical work. While the building has experienced persistent issues with rodent activity and waste management, the absence of formal violation citations for garbage storage issues and the consistent zero count for bedbug infestations suggest some degree of proactive maintenance. The most pressing current concern for residents appears to be the ongoing rodent presence, as demonstrated by the pattern of recent complaints and inspection results.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 3186 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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