1085 Nelson Avenue
Bronx, NY 10452BBL 2-02514-0025Map
Owner of record: Nelson Apts LLC
1085 Nelson Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1931 in Bronx, 10452. It has 48 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Nelson Apts LLC. HPD has recorded 379 housing violations here, most recently on June 1, 2026. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 49 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 379
- DOB violations
- 25
- ECB violations
- 17
- HPD complaints
- 589
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 379
- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash north wall window in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective interior wood casing molding around window frame in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 2D
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at west wall at public hall, 1st story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing safety caps at south wall (2) and east wall (1) at public hall, 1st story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 5th story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 5th story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north and west walls and ceiling at public hall, 6th story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at east wall in vestible, 1st story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at north and west walls and ceiling at public hall, 6th story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall in vestibule, 1st story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at west wall at public hall, 1st story
Apr 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the 1st room from east, the 4th room from east, the foyer located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass at 2nd lower sash window at north wall at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 4, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from north at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov certified on time - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the private hallway located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st riser from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the private hallway located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the private hallway located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Dec 28, 2025 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Dec 28, 2025 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Dec 28, 2025 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective (defective latch set on the building entrance door) at public hall, 1st story
Dec 15, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the foyer located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Refit lower sash at window in the bathroom located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall, east wall, south wall, west wall, and at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... more than 10 sqft at north wall, east wall, south wall, west wall, and at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective base cabinet at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection drain pipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 6h, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 25
- Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to defective/loose tread on fire escape drop ladder at exp#3 west. remedy: immediately repair defective drop ladder under the full supervision of a nys licensed professional
Jun 3, 2025
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 10, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to severe vertical cracks on exposure(1) nelson avenue,step cracks in the parapet,above lintel and masonry crackson 2nd,3rd,4th,5th,6th floors. remedy:maintain exterior building facade and appurtenance repair unsafe facade as per 1 rcny 103-04and install sidewalk shed at expo#1 nelson avenue
Apr 22, 2024
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 6, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 18, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 6, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 31, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 9, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 9, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 10, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 1, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 17, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 30, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
2p1549
May 10, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 20, 1995
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Oct 12, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51) restore elev. to service (52)cover all splice boxes (53) repair skylight (54)provide light top of car & clean tops of car
Nov 3, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 17
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg exterior facade and appurtenances. note: at time of inspection, i observed exp #2 south, #3 west-cracked/spalling mortar joints/cementitious coating multi loc: at parapet, window spandr
Jun 3, 2025 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway observed flower pots on fire escapes at exposure(3). reemedy: remove all forms of obstructions on fire escape.
Apr 22, 2024 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances. notes:observed several masonary cracks at exposure(1) nelson avenue, severe cracks in the lintel exp.(1) and observed vertical cracks in the para
Apr 22, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use violation issued items,/ car alarm bell, in car stop switch alarm with in car phone all items not working, perform repairs then contact nycdob for restore to service re-inspection. class 2 violation i
Oct 15, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use = altered car door restrictor repair and contact nycdob for restore to service re inspection , class 1 = no door lock monitoring installed in controller
Jan 13, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner, six story public hall and stairs obstructed with house whole items leading to bulk head door., repair and/or replace
Jan 12, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
05a10,10h11,32j10,58y10,68b07,67x10,70z04,70o02. 05a10-cease use item door zone restrictor has been tampered with/disabled and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety
Oct 3, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.noted: at the time of inspection observed emergency exit door defective and unsafe to close property/needing to be tied to keep closed.remedy: building
Jan 5, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Il10,16j10,56y2,56y13,68m7,77k10,3m7. emergency stop switch defective repair, hoistway door misaligned repair, hoistmachine oil leak clean, hoist machine oil leak seal,maintenance log missing provide, underside
Oct 14, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
5j1,16j10,56y02,56y13,77k10,71l10,70o02,3m7,39o02,67l10. car door misaligned adjust, hoistway door misaligned repair, hoist machine oil leaking clean, hoist machine oil leaking seal, under side of platform rust
Sep 28, 2016 · Penalty $500
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or bldg dept records.at basement level created 1 class'a'apt & 2 class'b'apt. class'b'apt share 3pc bathroom. remedy: discontinue illegal use or amend c of o.
Aug 8, 2015
Resolve - Class - 3
Work w/o a permit.work noted: installed full height partitions to create one classw a apt w/one bedroom 3pc bathroom and 2 class b units w/ one shared bathroom. rmdy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior
Aug 5, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
70z9,16b1,99bb5,38i11
Feb 22, 2013 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
14m,37#,39h,46h,57o,55m,75u, 37 wire box unguarded properly secure
Jan 17, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Hazardous
1b10,2b10,13m7,14m7,17m10,28h10,30o2,31d6,34h10,37m7,57o2,60m12,62k10,75u5,46h10,39h10,37l11,73o2,25l1. cease use, emergency stop switch notworking. for reinspection call 312-8732. alarm system. clean car top.
Oct 10, 1997 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
33p,35p,57o
Dec 2, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
14m,11q,15c,08v,37r,57o,57y
Jul 9, 1991
Resolve
Complaints
- Door/window
Door
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 22, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close
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- Appliance
Refrigerator
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 13, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Mar 13, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 13, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 13, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Feb 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Cabinet
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 48
- Building area
- 42,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,027 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-1
- Community board
- 204
- Council district
- 16
- Block / lot
- 2514 / 25
- Assessed value
- $1,121,850
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #200944, last renewed Oct 17, 2025.
Questions about 1085 Nelson Avenue
Who owns 1085 Nelson Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Nelson Apts LLC.
Does 1085 Nelson Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 379 housing violations at this property.
Is 1085 Nelson Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 49 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 48 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1085 Nelson Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1085 Nelson Avenue?
It has 48 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.