50 West 131st Street
Manhattan, NY 10037BBL 1-01728-0057Map
Owner of record: Abby Towers Housing Development Fund Cor Poration
50 West 131st Street is a hospital / health built in 1989 in Manhattan, 10037. The owner of record is Abby Towers Housing Development Fund Cor Poration. HPD has recorded 96 housing violations here, most recently on September 1, 2024. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 96
- DOB violations
- 41
- ECB violations
- 16
- HPD complaints
- 266
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 96
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 5l, 5th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Sep 1, 2024 · Apt 5L
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1s, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 1S
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 8th story, 5th apartment from east at south
Apr 14, 2024 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 8th story, 5th apartment from east at south
Apr 14, 2024 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 5k, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 5K
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 1s, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 1S
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1s, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 1S
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing illegal kickstand at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jun 21, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickstand doorstop installed at entrance door , 1st story
Jun 21, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
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- 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.
Nov 3, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and south wall at public hall, 1st story
Jul 27, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jul 27, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and south wall at public hall, 1st story
Jul 27, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish by method of reglazing at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4k, 4th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Dec 28, 2021 · Apt 4K
Closed — Violation closed - 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.
Apr 16, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the bathroom located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock on door in the entrance located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1s, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Mar 25, 2019 · Apt 1S
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1s, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Mar 25, 2019 · Apt 1S
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1s, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Mar 25, 2019 · Apt 1S
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Oct 9, 2018 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Oct 9, 2018 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Oct 9, 2018 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north
Oct 9, 2018 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 19, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 19, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 19, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 6th apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2018 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 18, 2018 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling.. in the kitchen located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing frame at time of inspection. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 30, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall and ceiling. in the bathroom located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Dec 30, 2017 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 6th apartment from west at north
Oct 20, 2017 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 6th apartment from west at north
Oct 20, 2017 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3h, 3rd story, 6th apartment from west at north
Oct 20, 2017 · Apt 3H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing caps or covers at electrical outlets at public hall, 1st story
Jul 31, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Jul 31, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Jul 31, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 31, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Jul 31, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story
Jul 31, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jul 31, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs located at apt 1u, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 31, 2017 · Apt 1U
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing caps or covers for the electrical wall outlet, south wall at public hall, 1st story
Jul 20, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 1u, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 7, 2017 · Apt 1U
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 41
- Failure to correct swarmp conditions (facade) facade required
Cycle 9 failure to correct swarmp conditions
May 7, 2025
Dob violation - active - Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9b unsafe report filed
Jan 8, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023
Feb 22, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 13, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 6, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 18, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 18, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 18, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 18, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 10, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jan 1, 2012
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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 14, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 14, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 22, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 22, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - 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 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
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 - 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
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 16
- Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 9b report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control #916645. remedy: file acceptable report.
Apr 20, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Class 1: call cancel button missing, install new button and test.
Jun 4, 2025 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Class 1: cease use: excessive arc coming from generator presenting a fire hazard. change brushes and repair. (c/u).
Jun 4, 2025 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 9b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #916645. remedy: submit acceptable requ
Apr 11, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Elevator not in service, return to service, insuffecient cat 1 and cat 5 tags. file and perform cat 1 and cat 5 inspections with dob
Jul 25, 2021 · Penalty $1,280
Resolve - Class - 1
No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. this is a controller feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy; file application, install dlm a
Jun 4, 2020 · Penalty $1,280
Resolve - Class - 1
5/x/10 car door restrictor altered repair.ý car door restrictor missing parts repair or replace.
Dec 10, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
52h11,57l11,40o02 - 52-hoist cables rusted; 57-motor coupling is bad; 40-remove gen & controller from convertor.
Apr 1, 2013 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
Sidewalk shed does not meet code specifications.light fixtures are notworking. remedy:conform shed to code specifications.
Jul 8, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
83l10. 83l10 repair/restore to service so that proper inspection may be performed by dob inspector.
Dec 24, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
84l10,41a10,55y10,41q07,63m07,39a07. (84-l-10) repair cab communication (phone) (41a10) repair wiring to "y" & "ms" rehys on controller.(55y10)repair oil leak hoist machine (41q07) provide covers for controller
Dec 24, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
B4a,50. 50-boiler safety valve rating plate defective.
Jun 26, 2006 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
B4a/6a/44d.
Mar 15, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
B4a/6a/32/50. 50- back flow preventer lot piped down away from boiler.
Mar 15, 2006 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u,57o, 75-five year test. 57-clean pit.
Aug 20, 1998 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u-five year test.
Aug 20, 1998 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 12, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
May 5, 2026 · Apt 1T
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 5M
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 5THFLO
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 26, 2025 · Apt 4M
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 19, 2025 · Apt 8N
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Sep 19, 2025 · Apt 8N
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 2, 2024 · Apt 5L
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 9, 2024 · Apt 5L
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 5K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 2K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 14, 2024 · Apt 8B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 14, 2024 · Apt 8B
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 5L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 1S
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 1S
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 11, 2023 · Apt 8B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2023 · Apt 2K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2023 · Apt 2K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2023 · Apt 2K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 14, 2023 · Apt 1U
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 14, 2023 · Apt 1U
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 14, 2023 · Apt 1U
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 25, 2023 · Apt 8J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2K
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2K
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2K
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 25, 2022 · Apt 8B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 4M
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 8J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 5, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 7, 2022 · Apt 5L
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 1, 2022 · Apt 5L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 18, 2021 · Apt 4K
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 8, 2021 · Apt 4K
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 3, 2021 · Apt 4K
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 20, 2021 · Apt 4K
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 16, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 19, 2021 · Apt 3C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Mar 19, 2021 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 19, 2021 · Apt 8K
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 19, 2021 · Apt 8K
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 19, 2021 · Apt 1U
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 19, 2021 · Apt 5F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 19, 2021 · Apt 2K
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 17, 2021 · Apt 8E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 15, 2021 · Apt 8K
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 15, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Hospital / health (I6)
- Year built
- 1989
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 79,989 ft²
- Lot area
- 17,119 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1728 / 57
- Assessed value
- $5,962,050
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #140872, last renewed Oct 17, 2025.
Questions about 50 West 131st Street
Who owns 50 West 131st Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Abby Towers Housing Development Fund Cor Poration.
Does 50 West 131st Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 96 housing violations at this property.
Is 50 West 131st Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 50 West 131st Street built?
City records list 1989 as the year it was built.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.