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199 Freeman Street

Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02505-0049Map

Owner of record: Kaufman, Joel

199 Freeman Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Kaufman, Joel. HPD has recorded 109 housing violations here, most recently on September 29, 2026. 26 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
109
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
30
HPD complaints
171

What to know

Concern
11 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 29, 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 109

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge in the entrance located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 9, 2025

    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 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 10, 2024

    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 21, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 22, 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 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective at front entrance to building at public hall, 1st story

    May 9, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 24, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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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.

    Apr 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Apr 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 30, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 22, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 9, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 20, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required, light fixture present

    Jan 6, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 15, 2013 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door to boiler room locked at cellar at cellar

    Oct 15, 2013

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

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 9, 2013 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing blind cap at y fitting in flue pipe connection to breeching at chimney at cellar

    Oct 9, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective mortar joints at stone foundation wall at south side chimney base at cellar

    Oct 9, 2013

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

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable inoperatable digital thermostat with selector switch in off position at cellar at boiler room

    Oct 9, 2013

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

    Replace with new the missing cap at open ''y'' fitting at flue pipe at chimney breeching at boiler room, 1st story

    Sep 25, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story

    Sep 25, 2013 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective holes in masonry stone foundation at west wall surrounding chimney with fire retardent material at boiler room

    Sep 25, 2013

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

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entrance located at apt 2fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 22, 2013 · Apt 2FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... 6 sq.ft. at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 17, 2013

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

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jun 17, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures .... in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jun 17, 2013 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Jun 17, 2013 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Jun 17, 2013 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Jun 17, 2013 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures .. in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jun 17, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of partition wall door and jamb erected obstructing 1st means of egress, access to 3sty public hall and scuttle la at public hall, 2nd story

    Jun 10, 2008

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective key operating door lock installed at front entrance door to the building from street to vestibule

    Apr 11, 2008

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

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

    Apr 8, 2008

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock assembly at front door at front areaway

    Mar 16, 2008

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

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination .. at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Mar 16, 2008

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative entrance door lock , 1st story

    Mar 13, 2008

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 13, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 13, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose 1st wood stair tread supporting newel post at apt entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 13, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plywood stringer cover at west side stair at apt entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 13, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Mar 2, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wire ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Mar 2, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar

    Mar 2, 2008

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

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

    Feb 17, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Feb 17, 2008 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 4

  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Nov 28, 2015

    V%*-dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 24, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 30

  • 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 #34612080h issued on 11/13/07 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.

    Sep 15, 2011 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the comms order contained in nov#34612080h issued on 11/13/07 for work w/o permit-cellar.rem:comply w/ the comm's order.

    Jul 14, 2011 · Penalty $12,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/an order of the comm's noted:respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov#34904064m for illegal work in building.rem:comply w/comm's order obtain a permit

    May 4, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to correct ecb #34612080h for illegal work in bldg respondent has a history of non-compliance w/dept of bldg. rem:obtain permit.

    Mar 11, 2011 · Penalty $25,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. respondent failed to correct the violating condition cited in nov #34612080h. no filing to correct the condition noted in the dob records.

    Oct 2, 2010 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts: fail to comply w.comm order respondent failed to correct the violating condition cited in nov 34612080h. studio apt created in the rear of the cellar. remedy: comply with comm order.

    Aug 7, 2010 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. fail to comply w/comm order. respondent failed to correct the condition cited in the prior nov 34612080h- erected partitions in the rear of the cellar in creating a studio apt with 3pc bathroom &

    Mar 27, 2010 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a cert. of correction w/the dept.of bldgs.resp'd failed to comply w/the comm's order to correct the violating conditions & file a cert. of correction pursuan

    Oct 7, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/an order of the commisiosner.note:resp'd failed to correct the conditon cited in the prior nov34612080h/34743922p.erected partitions & installed water,waste & gas lines in the

    Oct 7, 2009 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec 28-201.1 failure to comply w/ the comm order to obtain a permit per violation #34612080h erected partitions and installed water waste and gas lines in the cellar in creating an illegal studio apt in the cel

    May 7, 2009 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Sec 28-201.1 failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner to filefor a permit vis nov#34612080h erected partition and installed water waste & gas lines in creating an illegal studio apt in the cellar no re

    Oct 18, 2008 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commisioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/ the dob subdivided the 1fl in creating 2 class a apartments remedy file certificate of correction

    Jul 12, 2008 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. noted: no railings have been installed on the rear cellar stairway. remedy: provide handrails/railings where necessary.

    Apr 26, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner to correct the condition cited in nov #34612080h. partitions erected in the cellar creating a studio apt w/ a 3pc bthrm and a kitchen area w/ gas stove. no

    Apr 26, 2008 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defect noted: rear entrance to cellar level missing hand railing creating a potential hazard. remedy: provide/install hand railing.

    Apr 10, 2008 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner to correct violation (34612680h) - for work w/o a permit at the cellar level (3 pc bathroom, gas lines for stove & interior partitions walls) no record of

    Apr 10, 2008 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o & dob's records. 3 sty - 2-class "a" apts reduced into 1 class "a" apt. remedy: restore premises to legal occupancy.

    Feb 17, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Exit required width decreased by obstruction defects noted at primary means of egress public hall and stair found the storage of bicycle wooden shoe storage tool box metal obstructing egress in case of an

    Feb 11, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Use of illegal hardware noted 2nd fl apt illegally occupied as sros with rooms at rear use to access fire escape secondary means of egress found with key operated locks installed at doors when locked preventing

    Feb 11, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg hazardous defects noted concrete masonry stair (c-shape) leading to basement found w/o protective railings and split level with a difference of 5-0 height at retaining wall for

    Feb 11, 2008 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dob records. illegal occupancy noted: existing violation or records for work w/o a permit for subdivision of 1st flr into 2 studios found illegally occupied & 2nd flr found

    Feb 11, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o a permit illegal conversion noted 1st fl has been subdivided to create two studio apts for dwelling and partition erected at 2nd fl public hall adjacent too stair primary means of egress to enlarge the

    Feb 11, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and dob's records. 2 sty class "a" apt converted into 3 "b" rooms thruout. remedy: restore premises to legal occupancy.

    Feb 10, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4a3819b10a10b50a50b50c50d50e50f50g50h50i32a. 50a spill jump out. 50b no mixing valve on coil. 50c back flow preventer missing. 50d boiler room door missing. 50e pipe safety or relief valve discharge down

    Feb 6, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg defect noted: no railings installed at stair leading to cellar.missing at rear of bldg putting occupants at risk. remedy:provide hand rails at stair & landing

    Nov 13, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide at least 2 means of egress from rm or space where required noted: cellar.missing being occupied as studio apt with 3pc abathrm,kitc.& with gas stove,sleeping quarters with bed & boiler rm w/

    Nov 13, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o a permit work noted: interior sheetrock partition walls erected in cellar.missing to created studio apt with 3pc bathrm with tub,sink & toilet & kitc.with gas stove at cellar rear of premises.plumbing

    Nov 13, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families noted: dob finance occupancy code indicates bldg to be occupied as 3 family walk up apt instead cellar is bein

    Nov 13, 2007 · Penalty $7,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work as noted:@ the 3fl of a three storied woodframed structure it appears that the ceiling has been removed & replaced approx 50% with a sheet rock & stud wall separating two rooms. also

    Aug 1, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo or dept records: as noted: @ the third fl of a three storied wood framed structure a subdivision appears to act as an single rm occupancy with seperate accommodation

    Aug 1, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 31, 2016 · Apt ALL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 30, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 12, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 12, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 7, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 2, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Sep 24, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Sep 18, 2013 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Sep 16, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 19, 2013 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 19, 2013 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 14, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 14, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 14, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 11, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 6, 2013 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 6, 2013 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 12, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 17, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 17, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 17, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 17, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 17, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Mar 7, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 7, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 7, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 7, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 7, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 27, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 27, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 27, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 27, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 26, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 26, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 26, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Mar 16, 2008 · Apt 3

    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 (C3)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
2,415 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2505 / 49
Assessed value
$536,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #309125, last renewed Jan 27, 2026.

Questions about 199 Freeman Street

Who owns 199 Freeman Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kaufman, Joel.

Does 199 Freeman Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 109 housing violations at this property.

Is 199 Freeman 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 199 Freeman Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 199 Freeman Street?

It has 4 residential units.

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