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196 Park Row

Manhattan, NY 10007BBL 1-00161-0001Map

Owner of record: Chatham Towers INC

196 Park Row is an elevator apartment building built in 1965 in Manhattan, 10007. It has 250 residential units across 25 floors. The owner of record is Chatham Towers INC. HPD has recorded 30 housing violations here, most recently on June 4, 2025. 27 of the 30 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
30
DOB violations
69
ECB violations
26
HPD complaints
31

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 4, 2025

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 30

  • A

    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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 4 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 14998186 issued 06-mar-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east closet ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 4 square feet at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 14998180 issued 06-mar-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, east wall, south wall and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 4 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, and south wall in the 2nd private hallway from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd private hallway from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd private hallway from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east closet walls and east closet ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north, east, south and west walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 4 square feet at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor in the bathroom located at apt 13b, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the kitchen located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the private hallway located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the foyer located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at eiling in the bathroom located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 14, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective caulk around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 21e, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 69

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 12, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 12, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 12, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 12, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Retaining wall none

    Failed to file cycle 1 technical report by 12/31/2018 per rcny 103-09

    Oct 1, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade safety program facade required

    Fisp-facade safety program facade required

    Jul 23, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade safety program facade required

    Fisp-facade safety program facade required

    Jul 3, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 8c technical report by 02/21/2019

    Apr 30, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 30, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 11, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 27, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 27, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 27, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Feb 21, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Unsafe report was filed cycle 7

    Feb 21, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 27, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 25, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 24, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 17, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 23, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 23, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 23, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 23, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 28, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 28, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 28, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 28, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 5, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 5, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 5, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 5, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 22, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 22, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 9, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 9, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 26

  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection doesn't meet code specs.@time of insp,observed sidewalk shed installed@exp1&4.sidewalk shed's missing high visibility markings in front of public parking driveway.also,column steel pipe's

    Feb 25, 2021 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    3314.10.11 unsecured suspended scaffold.@time of insp on jobsite of 25sty existing bldg,observed suspended scaffold [email protected] platform isn't secured/tied down to grnd creating unsafe cond

    Feb 25, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain/display onsite docs required by bcch33.@time of insp on active jobsite,observed c-hook suspended scaffolds installed&in operation@exp1&2.upon request for design drawing for c-hook suspended

    Feb 25, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons&property affected by const operations-no control access zone(caz) @time of insp on active jobsite,observed accessible/unprotected areas@existing landscape/courtyd while suspende

    Feb 25, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    3314.4.8 failure to maintain scaffold as per code subsec.@time of inspon active jobsite,observed pipe scaffold erected@roof level approx30'h.scaffold's not fully planked@working deck/level&planes aren't tied do

    Feb 25, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    3314.4.2.2-supervision of supported scaffold user no rigger () holdong a valid/approved/or dob issued card noted the use of a supported scaffold should be supervised by a competent person designanent by the sc

    Sep 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    3314.4.2.2-supervision of supported scaffold no rigger foreman holding a valid apporved or dob issued card noted the use of supported scaffold or shall be supervised observed at the jobsite

    Sep 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain /display on site documents required by bc chapter 33. no motor manufacturer specific (). at the time of my inspection on 25 story building alt 2 for scaffold in use exp 1 upon request of

    Sep 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain/display on site documents required by bc chapter 33 no motor manufacturer specification at time of my inspection on 25 story building alt 2 for facade repairs i observed active site upon

    Sep 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain facade and appurtenances. noted: at facade crackedand spalling concrete facade pcs were observed at all 4 exposures. rmdy: make safe.maintain facade.

    Nov 13, 2014 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to take requried actions to secure public safety, unsafe facade. noted: on 11/13/14 it was observed no safety measures were in placeto protect the public. this facade was deemed "unsafe" by qewi on 2/21

    Nov 13, 2014 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Removal on safety measures (shed) w/o dept approval. noted: during theamended reports required facade inspection, it was observed no safety measures were in place. this "amended" report inspection is the basis

    Nov 13, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain. note: fpsc doors defective,not opening closing properly/jambs defective rotted locations. level c - door a,b level sc - door a. remedy: maintain & repair defects.

    Nov 2, 2013 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.sub cellar exit doors & door bucks rotted out.plaza-exit light &(possible alarm)out.to plaza-exit door dead bolt.parking space 57-missing grill for hvac duct.su

    Nov 4, 2011 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Failure to number exit doors and/or flr and stair id. remedy: provide all flr and stair id.

    Nov 4, 2011 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to post permit holder sign as required by ac code. noted: permit holder sign on shed wrong permit #103949765 for different address. dob records show permit #103949747 does not show on shed. remedy: post

    Mar 22, 2006 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    10h11.

    Jun 6, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u

    Jan 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u

    Jan 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u

    Jan 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u

    Jan 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u5.

    Jan 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u5.

    Jan 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u5.

    Jan 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    37a64n74n36d50h 37-remove all jumpers from controller) (64 repair comp switch-jumped) (74 provide up-dated b/c type fire extinguisher) (36 properly lock motor room door) (50-communtator chatters very loudly).

    Jan 20, 1998

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 23A

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 23A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 19D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 5D5E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 5, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 5, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 5, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Mar 2, 2022 · Apt 13B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 1, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 8, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 11, 2020 · Apt 21E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2016 · Apt 8B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2016 · Apt 15D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 25, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 25, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 15, 2015 · Apt 22A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 6, 2015 · Apt 12E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 29, 2015 · Apt 12E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 7, 2014 · Apt 7C18C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 7, 2014 · Apt 19A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 4, 2012 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jul 1, 2010 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Construction

    Pavement

    Aug 24, 2009 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Mar 24, 2009 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 10, 2007 · Apt 16C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 26, 2007 · Apt 9B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 26, 2007 · Apt 9B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 26, 2007 · Apt 9B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 23, 2007 · Apt 9B

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Sep 10, 2026$850,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jul 22, 2026$570,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jul 8, 2026$1,100,000Coops - elevator apartments—
May 7, 2026$1,100,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Apr 27, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
Apr 15, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
Feb 9, 2026$512,500Coops - elevator apartments—
Jan 13, 2026$850,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Dec 11, 2025$1,615,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Nov 19, 2025Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1965
Floors
25
Residential units
250
Building area
306,862 ft²
Lot area
68,732 ft²
Zoning
C6-1
Community board
103
Council district
1
Block / lot
161 / 1
Assessed value
$34,184,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #138817, last renewed Oct 16, 2025.

Questions about 196 Park Row

Who owns 196 Park Row?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chatham Towers INC.

Does 196 Park Row have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 30 housing violations at this property.

Is 196 Park Row 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 196 Park Row built?

City records list 1965 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 196 Park Row?

It has 250 residential units and 253 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.