2053 5 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10035BBL 1-01751-0069Map
Owner of record: NYC Housing Preservation And Development
2053 5 Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10035. It has 28 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is NYC Housing Preservation And Development. HPD has recorded 114 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2024. 42 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 114
- DOB violations
- 48
- ECB violations
- 31
- HPD complaints
- 0
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 · 114
- 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 1, 2024
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 15, 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.
Feb 15, 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.
Apr 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Apr 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 5, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Feb 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2010 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet also leaking in the bathroom located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2010 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out
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- ANon-hazardous
Refit door in the entrance located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2010 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection leaking at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2010 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective metal base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2010 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2010 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north and south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2010 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls &ceiling, in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2003 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window frame ,bottom sash, in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2003 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window frame, bottom sash, in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2003 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department metal ceiling, in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2003 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fowl odor entering apt. from cellar, in the entire apartment located at apt 1s, 1st story
Apr 17, 2003 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor, in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2003 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of garbage &house/hold materials, cellar thru/out. , cellar
Apr 17, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection steam pipe connection, rear, , cellar
Apr 17, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections east,at rear. , cellar
Apr 17, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit clothes/closet door, in the foyer located at apt 1s, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2003 · Apt 1S
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective interior south window molding southwest room 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wooden floor at radiator 2 from southwest room 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and north wall 2 from southwest room 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetrating ceiling and north wall 2 from southwest room 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches thru out 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection drain kitchen sink 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling kitchen and southeast room 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical ceiling light fixture southeast room 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings and walls thru out 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetrating ceilings bathroom southeast room and 2 room from southwest room 6 sty south apt 6s. , section '' ''
Nov 19, 1991 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 6 sty sotuhwest apt 6s bennett. located at apt 6s
Jul 23, 1990 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective window spring balance 6 sty southwest apt 6s southwest room.
Jul 23, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings 6 sty southwest apt 6s thru out. located at apt 6s
Jul 23, 1990 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor 6 sty southwest apt 6s southeast room. located at apt 6s
Jul 23, 1990 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range 6 sty southwest apt 6s kitchen. located at apt 6s
Jul 23, 1990 · Apt 6S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass at east side at door to vestibule 1st story public hall.
Sep 1, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock at door vestibule to 1st story public hall.
Sep 1, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet 1st sty northwest apt 1n. , section '' ''
Jun 3, 1987 · Apt 1N
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations 1st sty northwest apt 1n. , section '' ''
Jun 3, 1987 · Apt 1N
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wires ceiling cellar throughout.
Sep 10, 1985
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair the broken or defective connection high tank water closet bathroom 3rd sty north apt 314 er1. located at apt 314
Sep 10, 1985 · Apt 314
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-16.01 adm code remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain at east court.
Sep 10, 1985
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall at south and west bathroom 3rd sty north apt 3n. located at apt 3n
Sep 10, 1985 · Apt 3N
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective tile wall bathroom at water closet 3rd sty north apt 3n. located at apt 3n.
Sep 10, 1985 · Apt 3N.
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.07 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen and bathroom 3rd sty north apt 3n er1. located at apt 3n
Sep 10, 1985 · Apt 3N
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 48
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 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 - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 29, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - 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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 26, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 7, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 7, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 18, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 2, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 26, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 1, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 10, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Aug 8, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p9889
Oct 31, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 8, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 10, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 6, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 8, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 17, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
May 31, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Jun 28, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1080-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional
Jul 1, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 7, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 1992
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 25, 1991
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
Device #1p9889
Mar 11, 1991
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Jun 29, 1990
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
74-pit room 18-pit room
Jun 13, 1990
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 6, 1990
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Oct 12, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 23, 1989
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51) restore elevator to service so that an inspection can be made
Dec 6, 1988
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
Rest6ore elevator to service or5 file proper papers with this dep t. regarding elev. not in use
Jul 1, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 31
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facade/walls and appurtenances.note:at time of inspection observed at exposure#2 east elevation at exterior wall by the parapet cracks and loss mortar.at south elevation cr
Oct 13, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
1rcny 103-04 owner failed to make necessary repairs in time frame recommended by qewi. as noted building filed a swarmp facade report w/ a recommended completion date of 7/1/2020 and as of 6/1/21 repairs have y
Jun 1, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in a code manner. at the time of inspection observed building exterior walls with multiple vertical cracks at basement & 1st floor level exposure # 1. also noted apartment # 2n in d
Jun 11, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
56b7 device capacity must be verified tested at 1700 on bis it is 2000.
Jul 25, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
As per one rockmills at above address. failure to file a safety boiler inspection report as per dob records;submit a complete boiler safety inspection report.
May 1, 2019
Active - Class - 2
Boiler leaking-blow down not piped-no body drain, safety valve& drain pipe not supported-no shut off valve fuel line-doglegs missing-corrosion on piping-hw temp. gage defective-insulation falling off boiler; co
May 1, 2019
Active - Class - 1
5m7,42n9,56710,56y13,59m7,99bb05,68m7,71r10,97o2. 5m-provide missing door zone restrictor (data code 1987) 42n-remove jumper from fence on controller; 59m-perform brake maintenance test; 68m-provide mcp and
Oct 11, 2018 · Penalty $25,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Owner failed to repair north elev exp# cracks in facade 1st and 2nd floor east portion. report area of north facade (5th - 7th floor east portion) within the time frame recommended by qewi. qewi recommended
May 15, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade north elevation exp#1 bulgingbrick work open mortar joints under 6th floor window sills. cracks in facade 1st-2nd flr, deteriorating stucco masonry under 7th floor wind
May 15, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to properly bond electrical systems. bsmt service equipment: service switch neutral bar not bonded to enclurer. rmdy: provide proper bonding.
Sep 17, 2013
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to ground electrical systems.bsmt service equipment: no water main ground provided. rmdy: provide grounding.
Sep 17, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg walls. (a) damaged mortar joints were found at decorative stone at front elevn (e 127 st) between 2/f & 3/f. (b) objects were found under a/c units at (i) 2/f & 3/f at front
Aug 12, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the department of buildings
Dec 26, 2008
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg. north elevation observe vertical cracks & separating in terra cotta projected facade, also broken window pane: north/east elevation observe bricks under air condition & vertic
Nov 26, 2008
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable 5th round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the department of buildings r
Oct 17, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
16t7.5b10.16l10. 16t all hoistway door are unlabeled 5b car door needsadjustments drags 16l lobby level hoistway door check
Apr 21, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to submit a 5th round technical report in compliance w/code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 & the dob's rules & regulations. remedy:
Jan 25, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a 5th round technical report in compliance w/code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 & the dob rules & regulations.
Aug 31, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit 5th round technical report in compliance w/code provisions;periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenanges as required by local law of 1980 & the dept. of bldgs rules & regulations
Jun 2, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenancesas required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings
Jan 31, 2006 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenancesas required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings
Jun 30, 2005 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenancesas required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings
Apr 29, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules & regulations. remedy: file the
Nov 12, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report : periodic inspectionof exterior walls and apputenances as required by local law 11 of 1998and the department of buildings rules and regulations remedy : file th
Mar 31, 2004
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report.periotic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the dob rules & regulations
May 30, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
11x11,15m7,22o2,23u16,57o2,75u5,13m12. 11-car top. 22-car top. 15- floor #s.
Oct 12, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x11.
May 16, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x11. restore to service so that a full inspection can be made by this department.
Jun 23, 1993
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x,74#,33p,35p,17i,17q,73-restore to service so that a full inspection can be made by this dept.-74 file application and obtain permit fan fire damaged equipment 17-glass.
Nov 12, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37l, 01l, 02l, 16m, 17m 73x, 28l, 54i, 53b, 35o, 57o, 73o, 74n, 18m, 14m, 74 & 18) pit room, 73) restore elev. to service for a complete inspection can be made by this dept, file application and obtain perm
Mar 11, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
01p,11p,16p,17p,31a,33p,34p,43p,44p,51v. 51v. restore elevator to ser-vice.
Jan 8, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
No HPD complaints in our records
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D9)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 7
- Residential units
- 28
- Building area
- 29,841 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,992 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 111
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1751 / 69
- Assessed value
- $1,795,050
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #123809, last renewed Aug 8, 2025.
Questions about 2053 5 Avenue
Who owns 2053 5 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYC Housing Preservation And Development.
Does 2053 5 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 114 housing violations at this property.
Is 2053 5 Avenue 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 2053 5 Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 2053 5 Avenue?
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.