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243 Hancock Street

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01834-0072Map

Owner of record: Ph Halsey Hancock Housing Development Fu Nd

243 Hancock Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1891 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 12 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Ph Halsey Hancock Housing Development Fu Nd. HPD has recorded 476 housing violations here, most recently on February 17, 2026. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 11 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
476
DOB violations
27
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
539

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Feb 17, 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
11
About 92% of the building's 12 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 · 476

  • B

    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 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixure at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective re caulking bathtub at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom panel at north wall in the entrance located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner.

    Feb 19, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Jun 14, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • 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 23, 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 9, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Feb 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department valve not seal at cellar

    Feb 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeds the maximum of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Jan 15, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder in down position at south stack (front of building)

    Jan 8, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of tools on 2nd and 3rd story balconies at south stack (front of building)

    Jan 8, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.

    Jan 8, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department no extra sprinkler heads or wrench

    Jan 8, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department valve not sealed open at cellar

    Jan 8, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 8, 2020 · Apt 2A

    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.

    Oct 17, 2018

    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 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide temporary seal all openings in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2016 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector ... missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). ... missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2016 · Apt 1

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    May 2, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 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 at public hall, 1st story

    May 2, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective lockset at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    May 2, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures .... sparking ceiling light fixture in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace the broken or defective water heater at cellar

    Mar 21, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 8, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective heating system

    Feb 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in sink waste line in the kitchen located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 1, 2016 · Apt 7

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 1, 2016 · Apt 7

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective leaking return line at boiler at boiler room

    Jan 11, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective hydrualic mechanism at entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 11, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water (138 degrees) in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 27, 2015 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 20, 2015 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2015 · Apt 7

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2015 · Apt 7

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide temporary seal up to all openings in the entire apartment located at apt 10, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 20, 2015 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide temporary seal at all opening in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 20, 2015 · Apt 9

    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.

    Oct 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose hand rail at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Sep 29, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose wood tread, 7th up from bottom from intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Sep 29, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2015 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2015 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2015 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2015 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 27

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 13, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 24, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 19, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 19, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 19, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 19, 2013

    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
  • 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
  • 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 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 15, 1997

    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

    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

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 1

    51 ao smith 75 gallon hot water heater leaking from bottom of tank *repair all hazardous conditions immediately and call dob to lift cease use order 212-393-2784.

    Apr 11, 2016 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    15,16,34b,36,38,50,50a,50b. 50-ceiling open above gas meters and not ventilated; 50a-ceiling open above electric meters; 50b-storage and debris at meters.

    Apr 11, 2016 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254,16,15,36,4a,11a,19b,50. found weil mclain boiler, egh 85,350,000 btu unregistered open laa #310344071 50 fresh air duct obstructed.

    Apr 10, 2015 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file c of c w/the dob's for notice of vio #35096828r issued on 7/6/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg bsmt level wood floor joists rotted &

    Feb 24, 2015 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #35096828r issued on 7/6/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.

    Nov 20, 2014 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. note at cellar level observed wood floor joists of basement level,dry rotted,water & termite damage at rear. this condition is causing the basement floor to

    Jul 6, 2014 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 110.14b splices not covered apt 10,6. no access to basement,supt stated he has no key for the basement. remedy: comply w/ec code.

    Sep 11, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable/electrical equipment apparatus,materials devices,appliances or wiring in use. flexible cord use as permanent wiring entire bldg common area hallway. no access to basement supt has

    Sep 11, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus,materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use. defective emer fixtures,entire bldg - common area hallway no illumination 4 & 5 fl & apt 6,defective

    Sep 11, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 300.3.b open wiring apt 6,10 entire. no access to basement supt stated he has no keys for the basement. remedy: comply w/ec code.

    Sep 11, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
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  • Class - 3

    50a,50b. 50a)bsment flooded with water cannot enetr the boiler. 50b)no sign posted in lobby for the location of keys to the boiler room.

    Dec 26, 2009 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. exterior bricks eroded mortarjoints at rear east parapet wall & around chimney. chimney slightly bulging to east approx 1". remedy: make necessary repairs.

    Oct 15, 1997 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 19, 2026 · Apt HOUSE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 19, 2026 · Apt HOUSE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 17, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 11, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 29, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 23, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 26, 2016 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 26, 2016 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 21, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 19, 2016 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 26, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 26, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Feb 26, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 24, 2016 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 16, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 16, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 13, 2016 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Boiler

    Jan 7, 2016 · Apt BASMNT

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Dec 30, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 30, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2015 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2015 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 29, 2015 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 24, 2015 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Sep 27, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 27, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 27, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Sep 27, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 5, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 5, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 22, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 22, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Jul 20, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 14, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 14, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 14, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 14, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 14, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1891
Floors
5
Residential units
12
Building area
5,590 ft²
Lot area
2,150 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1834 / 72
Assessed value
$634,050
Landmark / historic district
Bedford Historic District

HPD registration #350043, last renewed Jul 8, 2025.

Questions about 243 Hancock Street

Who owns 243 Hancock Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ph Halsey Hancock Housing Development Fu Nd.

Does 243 Hancock Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 476 housing violations at this property.

Is 243 Hancock Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 11 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 92% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 243 Hancock Street built?

City records list 1891 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 243 Hancock Street?

It has 12 residential units.

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