489 3 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00914-0001Map
Owner of record: 33rd Street Investors I LLC
489 3 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1926 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 25 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 33rd Street Investors I LLC. HPD has recorded 186 housing violations here, most recently on June 2, 2026. 32 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 186
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 22
- HPD complaints
- 277
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 186
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at door leading to cellar at public hall, 1st story
Jun 2, 2026
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Provide security in the event of a power outage by means of an acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock and latch set at building entrance door , 1st story
Jun 2, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of electromagnetic locking device at building entrance door , 1st story
Jun 2, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of an advertisement banner attached to 4th story balcony at building front at fire escape
Jun 2, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at west wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1e, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1e, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1e, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling, north wall and east wall at bulkhead , 6th story
Aug 23, 2023
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, north wall and east wall at bulkhead , 6th story
Aug 23, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov certified late
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- BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 20, 2022 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 20, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes detached metal gate at 6th story balcony at east at fire escape
Sep 11, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes discarded air conditioner on balcony at 6th story, building front at south at fire escape
Sep 11, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 11, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 11, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 5, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all trim moldings in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing handle at base cabinet draw at north in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the foyer located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling, north and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2018 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint or post a sign indicating floors in the public hallway at all stories
Jul 3, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical stopper at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 1, 2017 · Apt 3D
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions from water closet , in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 1, 2017 · Apt 3D
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor on north private hallway located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall and north wall in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and south wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 5c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of flower pots at 5th window sill from east to west on south exterior wall , 5th story
Dec 22, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 17
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 29, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 12, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 8, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 8, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 8, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 9, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 15, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 15, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 8, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 8, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 8, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 8, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 22
- Class - 2
Observed on ground floor and basement in walter's pet styles and loving day care animal facility no sprinkler system in place which is contrary to code section bc 903.2.2.2; bc 903.2.2.2, comply with code
Dec 17, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Work w/o permit on gas line time of inspection 10:45am. at time of inspection i observed new 3/4" gas lines from gas meter bars to apt's h lines 2h,3h,4h. remedy: obtain permit.
Apr 6, 2016 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code complaint manner: failure to observe law of drainage per pl 702.1;27-911 observed 4" pvc piping installed 1st fl thru roof for storm piping more than 5 family bldg.
Aug 12, 2015 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use.defective electrical wiring from hvac system to disconnect switch in front of boiler room in basement.re
Aug 12, 2015 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/out a permit.noted:throughout the bldg the public exit hallway has been renovated,no permit on file.rem:obtain permit.
Aug 12, 2015 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.noted:@1st fl.publicexit hallway there is combustible wooden materials on the walls & ceiling.in apt 3a there are cracks on the ceiling .rem:maintain bldg.
Aug 12, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work w/o permit.observed at 11:20 am outlets switches fixtures panels in apts.4a,and 1c also boilers in basement.no application on file for electrical work.rem:obtain permit
Aug 12, 2015 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file c of c w/the dob's for notice of vio #35074313k issued on 7/14/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. for: installed approx 22'l x 9'w wood deck at 2nd fl w/o permi
Feb 14, 2015 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
1105.1 public entrances.noted:premises storefront under job#122042958 has no adequate primary entrance/ramps for handicap access to store.this violation supersede nov#3511935ox.rem:comply with notice of violati
Dec 17, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
27-357(d) & bc 1105.1 public entrances. premises storefront under job #122042958 has no adequate primary entrance/ramps for handicap access to store.rmdy: comply w/nov.
Dec 17, 2014
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by constructionoperation. noted: construction work in progress in apt #1e and 2e causing dust to fall through utility pipe hole into bathroom of apt 2d.
Oct 15, 2014 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #35074310p issued on 7/14/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. for: failure to safeguard all
Sep 11, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #35074312z issued on 7/14/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. for now wood deck installed in
Sep 11, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations. note: work currently in progress including renovation various apt's in an already tenant occupied apt bldg w/sheetrock dust in
Jul 14, 2014 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/out a permit. work noted wood deck approx 22'l x 9'w w/wood planking as platform & wood railing metal fasteners located @2nd flr & (above 1st fl enlargement @court yd) in conjunction w/apt 5a @2nd fl als
Jul 14, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide approved/accepted plans at job site at time of inspection. note: renovations activies in progress at apts 1e & 2e at 6th fl & apts 1c & 2c at 4th fl including new sheetrock walls,plumbing &
Jul 14, 2014 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that which is allowed by dob's records. noted: new wood deck installed in conjunction w/5a (5th fl apts) at 2nd fl w/table & chairs. deck is in courtyard above 1st fl enlargement & mounted
Jul 14, 2014 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide arc-fault circuit interrupter (afci) protection in dwelling units. the entire apts 3b,3c:no arc-fault circuit provided inliving room,bedroom,receptacle outlets,switches,lighting fixtures.
Dec 26, 2013 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 2
Failure to install ground-fault circuit interrupter (gfci)protection as required. both kitchens in apt 3b,3c countertop: no gfci provided. rmdy: install gfci protection.
Dec 26, 2013 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 1
Electrical work w/o a permit. the entire apts 3b,3c:subpanel,subfeeders,branch circuit wiring, receptacle outlets, switches,lighting fixtures, "not on file" rmdy: obtain permit.
Dec 26, 2013 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain a bldg in code compliant manner noted exhaust opening at exterior wall located on e 33st is less than 10ft from window above fumes from exhaust were relevant louver had waste attached to it
Dec 3, 2008 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
B4a,24b,28ab,40,44a,50,50a.50-holes in boiler room ceiling and walls.50a-boiler insulation falling off and missing.
Apr 23, 2004 · Penalty $180
Active
Complaints
- Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jan 19, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 5C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 5C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 15, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 14, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 14, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 14, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 14, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close
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- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 14, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 17, 2022 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 9, 2022 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 8, 2021 · Apt 1C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 8, 2021 · Apt 1C
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Sep 8, 2021 · Apt 1C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 21, 2020 · Apt 5E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 21, 2020 · Apt 5E
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 3, 2018 · Apt 5C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 23, 2017 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 19, 2017 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 14, 2017 · Apt 5A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Electric
Wiring
Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 28, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 28, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 28, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 26, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 26, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 26, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 25, 2016 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 28, 2015 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 27, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 17, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1926
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 25
- Building area
- 22,718 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,294 ft²
- Zoning
- C1-9
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 914 / 1
- Assessed value
- $4,467,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #114698, last renewed Sep 30, 2025.
Questions about 489 3 Avenue
Who owns 489 3 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 33rd Street Investors I LLC.
Does 489 3 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 186 housing violations at this property.
Is 489 3 Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 12% of its 25 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 489 3 Avenue built?
City records list 1926 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 489 3 Avenue?
It has 25 residential units and 31 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.