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420 West 42 Street

Manhattan, NY 10036BBL 1-01051-7501Map

Owner of record: Unavailable Owner

420 West 42 Street is a condominium built in 2000 in Manhattan, 10036. It has 264 residential units across 40 floors. The owner of record is Unavailable Owner. HPD has recorded 17 housing violations here, most recently on September 5, 2026. 1 of the 17 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 169 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
17
DOB violations
44
ECB violations
35
HPD complaints
53

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 5, 2026

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
169
About 64% of the building's 264 apartments
Down from 263 in 2018

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 17

  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 27g, 26th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 27G

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Jul 8, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door hinges in the entrance located at apt 18a, 18th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 15, 2024 · Apt 18A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective fire door at stairs ''b'' at penthouse story at public hall stairs

    Jul 10, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 23b, 23rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 23B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 17d, 17th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Aug 12, 2022 · Apt 17D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 14e, 14th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 12, 2022 · Apt 14E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 14e, 14th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 12, 2022 · Apt 14E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper chute door at public hall, 12th story

    Aug 12, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires at junction box at public hall stairs, 10th story

    Aug 12, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall at public hall stairs, 10th story

    Aug 12, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Mar 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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.

    Mar 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Apr 16, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated locks installed at both vesitbule doors at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 24, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated locks installed at both building entrance doors

    Sep 24, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 15c, 15th story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Jun 6, 2014 · Apt 15C

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 44

  • Failure to correct swarmp conditions (facade) facade required

    Failure to correct swarmp conditions

    Aug 1, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Hazardous condition (facade) facade required

    Cycle 9c unsafe report filed

    Feb 19, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2022)

    Apr 22, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non-compliant. at time of inspection damaged observed to have been sustained in communication room, refuse room, apts around 37 to 39th floor due to fire at 420 west 42nd street manhattan

    Feb 7, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2021

    Aug 21, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 20, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 20, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 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 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 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 - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

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

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

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

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired

    Failure to perform category 5 inspection

    Jun 1, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 17, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 17, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 8, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 8, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 19, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 16, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 6, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 6, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 28, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 28, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 28, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 28, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 16, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 16, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 16, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 16, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 8, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 1, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Marquee other required

    Cmq-marquee other required

    Jan 28, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 35

  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection for the request of full removal of sws observed at exposure 1 and 4 are partially removed upon checking there ssp there is a signed request but there is no signature from dob inspector

    Aug 18, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign on display without a permit. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Ac 28-502.4 outdoor advertising company failure to register sign within 900 feet and within view of an arterial - lincoln tunnel/i495. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company failure to have licensed sign hanger attach or erect sign. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Property owner acting as outdoor advertising company failure to obtainoac registration number while engaging in the outdoor advertising business. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign/register

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign prohibited in c6-4 district. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign does not bear a decal bearing ul classification mark or date of sign's erection. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Ac 28-502.4 outdoor advertising company failure to register sign within 900 feet and within view of an arterial - lincoln tunnel/i495. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign on display without a permit. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign prohibited in c6-4 district. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company failure to have licensed sign hanger attach or erect sign. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign does not bear a decal bearing ul classification mark or date of sign's erection. (prudential) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Sep 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    40r9,38d6,71l10. 40r9-remove sprinkle head in machine room 38d6-secure trveler properly under car.

    Apr 2, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    97x10. 97x10 return device back to service.

    Oct 16, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 907.2.8 failure to provide class'a'fire alarm system for currently occupied bldg in apt#38a. previous viol#35151727r. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Mar 26, 2015 · Penalty $400

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent-residential purposes: c of o #102850844 indicates bldg to legally approved as a class'a'multiple dwelling,apt #38a now converted & used for less than

    Mar 26, 2015 · Penalty $10,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. illegal work noted: in apt 17b erectd full height partition to close opening from hallway to living room with door installed to create additional bedroom/unit.rmdy: all work obtain permit.

    Mar 23, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    28-210.1 multiple dwelling converted maintain or occupied w/3 or more dwellings units that legally authorized by c/o#102850844.indicates that unit 17b should be occupied as a class "a" apt now apt#17b converted

    Mar 21, 2015 · Penalty $1,450

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Bc 907.2.8 failure to provide class "j" fine alarm system for transient use in apt#17b.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Mar 21, 2015 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner failure to comply w/max/min fl area requirement per occupied load per bc1004.1.2 table 1004.1.2,mdl &4.18,hmc 27-2075 noted:apt#1713 rms occupied w/bunk beds w/

    Mar 21, 2015 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Permanent dwelling offered for other than permanent residential purposes c/o#102850844 indicates that bldg to bed legally approved in a cla ss "a" multiple dwelling.during internet research on 02/19/15 of above

    Feb 19, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to take req actions to secure public safety-unsafe facade.note:no safety measures are in place.a fisp3:notification of unsafe conditions form was submitted to dob by qewi hired by bldg owner on 2/8/14.

    Jan 23, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to take required action to secure public safety from unsafe facade noted:no safety measures are in place at time of violation despite the qewi hired by building owner submitted a fisp3:notification of

    Feb 26, 2013

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02x10,39b09,86bb05. 02-emergency 2 way communication. 39-remove non elevator equipment from machine room. (storage)

    Nov 9, 2007 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    3,d,06 84,x,10 39,o,2 3d6 properly secure railing inside car 84x10 repair communiction on car 3902 remove boxes from machime room

    Aug 6, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    8, v, 1 51, b, 14 66,z,9 8, v, 1 adjust floor stops 51b14 shoren hoist ropes 6629 remove from pit

    Aug 6, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    8v1/ 81u5/ 60l11/ 62o2/ 8-v-1 adjust floors on the down direction 81-u-5 - perform & file 5 year test 60-l-11 repair pit light 62-o-2 - dirty pit

    Nov 22, 2002 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    81u5/ 62o2/ 60l11/ 81-u-5 - perform & file 5 year test 62-o-2 dirty pit 60-l-11 defective pit light

    Nov 22, 2002 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    80l12/ 80-l-12 replace contaminated oil

    Nov 6, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide toe boards upon inspection of above address men were working on scaffold and no toe boards were inplace causing a hazard.remedy:provide toe boards as per code.

    May 1, 2001 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    No guard rails.upon inspection of above address men were working on scaffold and no guard rails were provided causing a hazard.remedy:provide guard rails as per code.

    May 1, 2001 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide vertical safety net on scaffold.upon inspection of above addres men were working on scaffold and no vertical safety net was in place.remedy:provide vertical safety net as per code.

    May 1, 2001 · Penalty $750

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to safeguard and proctect workmen during construction operating in that a workmen fell from a landing platform on 3rd floor to the elevotar pit on first floor apprx 20 ft.because there was no gate on pl

    Mar 13, 2001 · Penalty $1,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to secure equpipmnt use permit in that an a/c unit has been placed at 2nd fl set back. remedy: obtain an equipment use permit from this dept.

    Dec 17, 1998 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    Failure to provide approved pa plans for inspection remedy provide approved pa plans

    Oct 17, 1989 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 29F

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 27G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 7, 2026 · Apt 26A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 10A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 39H

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 39H

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 14F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 10B

    Close
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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 10B

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 10B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 10B

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 10B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 11B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Dec 20, 2025 · Apt 10B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt PHE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt PENTHO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 38

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 38

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 38

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 27, 2025 · Apt PHE

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 35G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 3, 2024 · Apt 23B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 2, 2024 · Apt 23B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 2, 2024 · Apt 32G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 1, 2024 · Apt 23B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 28G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 27, 2023 · Apt 39G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 27, 2023 · Apt 39G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 22, 2023 · Apt APT39G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 22, 2023 · Apt APT39G

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 22, 2023 · Apt APT39G

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 22, 2023 · Apt APT39G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 22, 2023 · Apt APT39G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 2, 2022 · Apt 23D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 20, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 7, 2019 · Apt 22C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Aug 24, 2018 · Apt 25E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 24, 2018 · Apt 25E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 24, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Sep 18, 2014 · Apt 14C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 18, 2014 · Apt 14C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 18, 2014 · Apt 14C

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Sep 1, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 17, 2009 · Apt 40B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 17, 2009 · Apt 40B

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 17, 2009 · Apt 40B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 17, 2009 · Apt 40B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 7, 2005 · Apt 14F

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Condominium (RM)
Year built
2000
Floors
40
Residential units
264
Building area
289,281 ft²
Lot area
14,344 ft²
Zoning
C6-4
Community board
104
Council district
3
Block / lot
1051 / 7501
Assessed value
$34,892,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #141517, last renewed Oct 3, 2025.

Questions about 420 West 42 Street

Who owns 420 West 42 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Unavailable Owner.

Does 420 West 42 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 17 housing violations at this property.

Is 420 West 42 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 169 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 64% of its 264 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 420 West 42 Street built?

City records list 2000 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 420 West 42 Street?

It has 264 residential units and 267 units in total.

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