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16-20 Hancock Street, Queens, NY 11385

16
DOB Complaints
11
311 Housing Calls
0
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 16-20 Hancock Street

The two-family house at 16-20 Hancock Street in Ridgewood, owned by Timmy Chen, has experienced persistent maintenance and compliance issues over recent years. The building has a documented history of rodent problems, with multiple DOHMH complaints between 2022 and 2023, including rat sightings and conditions attracting rodents.

While recent inspections in 2024 and July 2023 passed with no rat activity noted, the recurring nature of these complaints suggests an ongoing pest management challenge. The property has also faced significant concerns regarding building systems and unauthorized modifications. Between 2022 and 2023, there were two separate emergencies reported regarding heat and hot water issues affecting the entire building, though both situations were eventually resolved.

More critically, there have been numerous illegal conversion complaints filed between 2022 and 2024, with inspectors consistently unable to gain access during second attempts. Historical records from 2019 indicate serious violations regarding unauthorized unit conversions, including the illegal creation of additional dwelling units, conversion to transient use, and failure to maintain proper safety systems such as fire alarms and sprinklers. While there are no outstanding violations on record as of 2025, the pattern of complaints and inspection access issues raises questions about recent occupancy and compliance practices.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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16-20 Hancock Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Ridgewood.

Building Characteristics

Total units 2
Year built 1910
Total area 2000 sq ft
Floors 2
Tax Abatements None
Building Class 2 FAMILY HOUSE
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Key Building Statistics

16
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
0
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
11
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
13
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
7
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 1620 Rear Hancock St, New York, NY 11385
  • 1620 Hancock St, New York, NY 11385
  • 1620r Hancock St, New York, NY 11385

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16-20 Hancock Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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16-20 Hancock Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 <6 units Not registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 16-20 Hancock Street. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2023-03-052023-07-21Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-03-052023-03-10Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2023-01-202023-01-22Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2022-07-212022-12-25Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 16-20 Hancock Street. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2023-04-21 06:44RodentCondition Attracting RodentsClosedDOHMH
2023-03-05 16:56RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2023-03-05 16:41UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2023-03-05 16:34HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2023-01-20 14:56HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 16-20 Hancock Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
49612202024-05-30CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2025-03-21Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2025-03-21)
49611252024-05-29CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2025-03-21Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2025-03-21)
49402592023-10-13CLOSEDIllegal Hotel Rooms in Residential Buildings2023-11-06Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2023-11-06)
49354272023-08-24CLOSEDPermit – None (Building/PA/Demo etc.)2023-09-05Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2023-09-05)
49170312023-03-05CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2023-06-13Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2023-06-13)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 16-20 Hancock Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 16-20 Hancock Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 16-20 Hancock Street. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-09-19InitialPassed
2023-07-24InitialPassed
2023-04-19CompliancePassed
2023-03-15InitialRat Activity
2022-08-12InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 16-20 Hancock Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 16-20 Hancock Street. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2019-09-1835444022XWEALTH MANAGEMENT INCDWELLING CONVERTED MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THATN LEGALLY AUTHROIZED BY THE C OF O OFFICIAL RECORDS.NOTED AT 1ST FLOOR 4 BEDROOMS WITH KEY LOCKING DEVICES,WITH ROOM ONE EQRESOLVE0.00.0
2019-09-1835444023HWEALTH MANAGEMENT INCDWELLING CONVERTED,MAINTAINED,OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THAN LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY THE C OF O OR OFFICIAL RECORDS.NOTED:AT THE 1ST FLOOR 4 BEDROOMS WITH KEY LOCKING DEVICES.ROOM 2 NORESOLVE0.00.0
2019-09-1835444024JWEALTH MANAGEMENT INCDWELLING CONVERTED,MAINTAINED OR OCCUPPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THAN LEGALLY ATHORIZED BY THE C OF O OR OFFICIAL RECORDSNOTED:AT THE 1ST FLR 4 BEDROOMS WITH KEY LOCKING DEVICES ITH ROOM 3 EQRESOLVE0.00.0
2019-09-1835450225RWEALTH MANAGEMENT INCDWELLING CONVERTED MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THAN LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY TEH C OF O OR OFFICIAL RECORDSNOTED AT THE 1ST FLOOR 4 BEDROOMS WITH KEY LOCKING DEVICES WITH ROOM 5RESOLVE0.00.0
2019-09-1835450226ZWEALTH MANAGEMENT INCDWELLING CONVERTED,MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THAN LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY THE C OF O OR OFFICIAL RECORDSNOTED AT THE 2ND FLR,4 BEDROOMS WITH KEY LOCKING DEVICES.NOTED AT ROOMRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 16-20 Hancock Street. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 16-20 Hancock Street. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 16-20 Hancock Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 16-20 Hancock Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

DateTypeResult
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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 16-20 Hancock Street. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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