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235 East 59 Street

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01414-0017Map

Owner of record: 59 St.associates

235 East 59 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1960 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 64 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 59 St.associates. HPD has recorded 81 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 12 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 28 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
81
DOB violations
37
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
47

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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
28
About 44% of the building's 64 apartments

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 · 81

  • 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.

    May 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 29, 2026

    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.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 17, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • 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, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at door leading room with sprnkler o.s.y valve at cellar

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to 1st story pulic hall at cellar

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at north door at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 5m, 5th story, 8th apartment from east at south

    Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 5M

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 7th apartment from east at south

    Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door to roof , 5th story

    Mar 11, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at west door to cellar at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Mar 11, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped raditor pipe at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Nov 15, 2023

    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.

    Mar 29, 2023

    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.

    Mar 15, 2023

    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.

    Nov 2, 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.

    Nov 2, 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.

    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.

    Feb 15, 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.

    Feb 15, 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
  • 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 1, 2021

    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.

    Nov 4, 2019

    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.

    Oct 25, 2019

    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.

    Dec 6, 2017

    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.

    Nov 6, 2017

    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.

    Nov 23, 2016

    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.

    Oct 25, 2016

    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.

    Oct 16, 2015

    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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped radiator pipe at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 18, 2014

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 4th apartment from west at north

    Jan 14, 2014 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective burners and oven to gas range in the kitchenette located at apt 4f, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 13, 2009 · Apt 4F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watt minimum required.

    Oct 7, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required.

    Oct 6, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing 1 sty public hall.

    Sep 28, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at wall of 4th & 2 sty public hall.

    Sep 28, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak at ceiling 5 sty public hall.

    Sep 28, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at northwest wall 5 sty public hall.

    Sep 28, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective gasket refrigerator 5 sty southwest apt 5m kitchenette located at apt 5m

    Dec 8, 1997 · Apt 5M

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles 5 sty southwest apt 5m bathroom located at apt 5m

    Dec 8, 1997 · Apt 5M

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes window screen 5 sty south fire escape landing

    Dec 8, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 5 sty southwest apt 5m d zanoni located at apt 5m

    Dec 8, 1997 · Apt 5M

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective defective window 5 sty southwest apt 5m south room located at apt 5m

    Dec 8, 1997 · Apt 5M

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 37

  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 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 annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 20, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 6, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 9, 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 - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 23, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 11, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 15, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 5, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 20, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 7, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 11, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p26982

    Apr 16, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p26982

    Apr 10, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Aug 18, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Aug 4, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 4, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Dec 16, 1992

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 16, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Dec 16, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 31, 1992

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 31, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Jun 20, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 20, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 18, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 18, 1989

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 2

    Vf.. car sill and hoist way door sill not in level . adjust..

    Sep 26, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    D/l/m is not working inoperative repair ,d/l/m sticker missing from controller board provide .elevator motor room need more lighting provide.

    Jul 27, 2021 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 : dlm installed but rendered inoperative upon inspection. this is a safety feature which ensures elevator passenger safety. repair dlm. return door operator cover to operator.

    Dec 14, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    16h16,56y13,40s09,40s09,41b10,44h08,67x10,39x10,26d06,52b14,53b14. 16-replace worn release rollers; 56-machine leaks; 40-remove garbage from motor room; 40-store fluides properly; 41-repair motor room door

    Aug 30, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    17d06,41i10,42d06,68b07,34o02,34d06,35m07. 35m- provide light & guard.41i- repair lock. 17d- lobby door gibs. 34d- secure bottom. normal sw.42d- secure rectifier (back of controller). 68b-provide updated as per

    Jun 12, 2013 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner note:respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov34828767r for work w/o a permit;installed structural steel posts & beams to

    Nov 23, 2010 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. noted: respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov #34828767r, having installed structural steel posts & beam to reshore cellar level

    Jun 18, 2010 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit;work noted having install structural steel posts & beam to re-shore cellar level ceiling joist (1st flr. joists)also note having excavated approx. 15"of earth @ cellar level under art gallery

    Jan 19, 2010 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: having removed old door & meth frame & installed new door & store front of metal ( ) frame & glass. at 1st flr retail establishment (art gallery). remedy: stop all work except to

    Jan 19, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y1056y13100bb0524x1041t0741i1008v0139b0780b1471x10. 56y repair and seal glow packing 100bb perform and file current 2 year test. 24x repair indicators in car. 41i repair m.r flr lock. 08v adjust flr leveling

    Dec 3, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
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  • Non-hazardous

    10h11,12q02,84d06,84x10,38q03,28b01,31h10,38o02,38m07,60b11,55y10,55o02,40t07,59b02,84d06,32m07,64m07,65o02,71b10,71o02,51bb12. 12-q drop ceiling tiles missing - 84-d secure hand rail. 84-x car - p.i. inside

    Nov 1, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Required means of egress obstructed with ccumilation of wood pallets used because of accumilation of water at second means of egress passageway leading from theatre remjedy remove pallets from passageway forth

    Mar 15, 1989 · Penalty $400

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 29, 2023 · Apt 5K

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 7, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 18, 2018 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 14, 2018 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 8, 2018 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2018 · Apt 3P

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 2, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2017 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 21, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2014 · Apt 2M

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2014 · Apt 2M

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2014 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2014 · Apt 3J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 14, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 14, 2014 · Apt 4K

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 13, 2014 · Apt 2M

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 10, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 18, 2011 · Apt 5J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 5, 2011 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 27, 2010 · Apt 3P

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 19, 2007 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2007 · Apt 3M

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2007 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2007 · Apt 3M

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2006 · Apt 3M

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 24, 2006 · Apt 3M

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 27, 2005 · Apt 3J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 26, 2005 · Apt BDLG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 25, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 3J

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 3J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 3J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 3M

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D6)
Year built
1960
Floors
5
Residential units
64
Building area
39,097 ft²
Lot area
11,380 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1414 / 17
Assessed value
$7,388,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #108248, last renewed Oct 16, 2024.

Questions about 235 East 59 Street

Who owns 235 East 59 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 59 St.associates.

Does 235 East 59 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 81 housing violations at this property.

Is 235 East 59 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 28 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 44% of its 64 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 235 East 59 Street built?

City records list 1960 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 235 East 59 Street?

It has 64 residential units and 71 units in total.

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