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234 East 52 Street

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01325-0036Map

Owner of record: Panther Properties 5 LLC

234 East 52 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1913 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 28 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Panther Properties 5 LLC. HPD has recorded 70 housing violations here, most recently on August 13, 2026. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
70
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
21
HPD complaints
367

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 13, 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
4
About 14% of the building's 28 apartments
Up from 3 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 · 70

  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement at boiler room

    Aug 13, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 13, 2026 · Apt 1F

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

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder north exterior wall at 3rd fire escape from north

    Sep 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar at boiler room

    Oct 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 17349045 issued 14-oct-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latchset at door in the entrance located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... more than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Defect letter issued
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  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at door in the entrance located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approximately 4 sq ft and east wall approximately 2 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 16521922 issued 14-dec-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Dec 14, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approximately 4 sq ft and east wall approximately 2 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Oct 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickdown door stopper installed at vestibule at basement

    Oct 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame at building front entrance

    Oct 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit door at building front entrance

    Oct 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickdown door stopper installed at building front entrance

    Oct 11, 2023

    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 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation system at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at basement at boiler room

    Nov 5, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder out of guide at south 2 stack building front at fire escape

    Jun 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 4th story balcony obstructing the egress at south 2 stack at fire escape building front

    Jun 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 3rd story balcony obstructing the egress at south 2 stack at fire escape building front

    Jun 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 4th story balcony obstructing the egress at south 1 stack at fire escape building front

    Jun 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at building front at fire escape

    Jul 22, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked

    Jul 8, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 8, 2019 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass on front entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 29, 2019 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at basement

    Mar 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2019 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2019 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2019 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system sign missing , 1st story

    Mar 27, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt c, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    Mar 19, 2019 · Apt C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked. at basement

    Mar 19, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt c, 2nd bsmt-apt from east at south

    Mar 16, 2019 · Apt C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt e, bsmt-apt at west

    Mar 16, 2019 · Apt E

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 17

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 17, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 7, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 15, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 15, 1997

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 15, 1993

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 18, 1993

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 21

  • Class - 1

    I observed missing parts of stucco from parapet wall at roof level, exp. 01, other bulging and deteriorations areas at roof caping and opposite side of wall, exposure brick and loose mortar, fallen material fou

    Dec 5, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    As per hmc 27-2033, key access to heating system area lock. failure to provide key to heating system area lock., maintain boiler; comply with hmc 27-2033.

    Apr 16, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed facade at exp#1 in state of disrepair. cracks observed at multiple locations, missing stucco parts at parapet level, small pieces of stucco hanging., repair and/or replace

    Jun 26, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Permanent dwelling used/converted for other thatn permenant residential purposes.c of o #22627 indicates premises to be legally approved as a class "a"multiple dwelling now apt #c on the 1st flr used converted

    Dec 11, 2019 · Penalty $17,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Bc907.2.8/failure to provide the required fire alarm system for transient use at apt c alarm system for transient use at apt c on the 1st flr.previous vio#35417995z,35425528j.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Dec 11, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide a system of automatic sprinkler where require per bc903.2 and 27-954 for transient use at apt c on the 1st flr.previous vio#35417994r,3425527h.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Dec 11, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide the required number of means of egress for every floor per bc1018.1 (2008)bc1021.1(2014)and 27-366 for transient use at apt c on the 1st floor.previous vio#35417996k,35425526x.rem:discontinue

    Dec 11, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Bc907.2.8. failure to provide fire alarm system for transient use at apt-c- previous violation #35417995z. remedy: discontinue illegal use.

    Jun 6, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner- lack if numbers 02 means 02 egress for every floor per bc-102.1 & 27-366 for transient use apt-c (@ 1st floor). previous violation #35417996k remedy: disco

    Jun 6, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent residential purposes. department of building c of o #22627 indicates premises to be legally approved as a class "a" multiple dwelling. new apt-c has be

    Jun 6, 2019

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. lack of a system of automatic sprinkler where's required as per bc 903.2 & 27-954 for transient use apt-c- previous violation #35417994r. remedy: discontin

    Jun 6, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Bc907.2.8 failure to provide the required fire alarm system for tran sient use at apt c. rmdy: discontinue illegal occupancy.

    May 7, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide a system of automatic sprinklers where required as per bc 903.2 and 27-954 for transient use at apt c. rmdy: discontinueillegal occupancy.

    May 7, 2019 · Penalty $322

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cailure to provide the required number of means of egress for every floor as per bc 1018.1 (2008); bc 1021.1 (2014) and 27-366 for tran sient use at apt c. rmdy: discontinue illegal occupancy.

    May 7, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Permanent dwelling used/converted to other than permanent residential purposes cofo #22627 indicates premises to be legally approved as a class a multiple dwelling. now apt #c used/converted transient noted

    May 7, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction oeperations. accessive debris on site resulting in tripping hazards. stock piling of steel beams & pallets of cinder block on the 1st fl whic

    Jan 4, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit while conducting scheduled plumbing inspection for #120168736 found 2 washing installed in cellar at 234 east 52 street installed w/o a permit.rem:obtain permit or restore premises to prior

    Nov 23, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner. defects noted: apt 2f bathroom ceiling damaged area of approx 2'x 3' water damage & masory. remedy: repair and/or replace.

    Nov 18, 2009 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit noted installed sheetrock at ceiling and construct sheetrock partitions at 1st flr east apts 2 without approvals work 100% completed remedy obtain permits if feasiboe or restore premits to

    May 11, 1999

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. hazardous noted: parapit wall at rear of building east wall and centre wall where both fire escape platforms are located are cracked and leaning inward (approx 6-8")

    Apr 27, 1998 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    Work without a permit. ceiling, sheet rock partition erected 1st floor east apartment

    Jun 16, 1988 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 1, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 31, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 9, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 24, 2025 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 22, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 22, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 22, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 22, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 11, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 18, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 11, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 3, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 30, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 16, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 12, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 1, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 1, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Dec 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 20, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 20, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 7, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 5, 2023 · Apt A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 2, 2023 · Apt A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 28, 2023 · Apt A

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Feb 28, 2026$8,500,000Rentals - walkup apartments28

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1913
Floors
4
Residential units
28
Building area
18,125 ft²
Lot area
5,021 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
106
Council district
4
Block / lot
1325 / 36
Assessed value
$2,483,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #101693, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.

Questions about 234 East 52 Street

Who owns 234 East 52 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Panther Properties 5 LLC.

Does 234 East 52 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 70 housing violations at this property.

Is 234 East 52 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 14% of its 28 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 234 East 52 Street built?

City records list 1913 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 234 East 52 Street?

It has 28 residential units.

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