257 Cooper Street
Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03437-0001Map
Owner of record: Sk 257 Cooper, LLC
257 Cooper Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1904 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 12 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Sk 257 Cooper, LLC. HPD has recorded 66 housing violations here, most recently on September 8, 2026. 17 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 12 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 66
- DOB violations
- 34
- ECB violations
- 11
- HPD complaints
- 188
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 66
- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Sep 8, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate , in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — Civ14 mailed - 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 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing 5th thread from bottom at west at fire escape, 2nd story
Jun 7, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at west at fire escape
Jun 7, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 25, 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.
Feb 25, 2022
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 30, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 18, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at cooking range in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 23, 2018 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 24, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system from unit to building entrance in the entrance located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 4
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at north yard at fire escape, 2nd story
Aug 7, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2017 · Apt 4
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom bell buzzer system from bldg front entrance to apt in the entrance located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2017 · Apt 4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .. in the bathroom located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2017 · Apt 4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected
Aug 3, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected
Jun 11, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected
Jun 5, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 10, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.
Mar 12, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.
Mar 12, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 8, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 10
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures ; range in the kitchen located at apt 9, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing glass to the upper & lower sashes at windows east 1, east 2, & south 1 in the 1st room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 9, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration consisting of a combustibal wood deck with 4ft high railing, erected on roof throughout
Feb 13, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 26, 2014 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration installation of wood deck through out roof
Mar 26, 2014
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of installtion of heating unit within dwelling unit located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 26, 2014 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 6; in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2014 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall
Jan 19, 2014
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water 144 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 5, 2014 · Apt 5
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 window frame from north at east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 5, 2014 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 5, 2014 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 4
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 window frame from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall
Nov 27, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative. located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 6; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall, south wall in the kitchen located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system , door lock at cellar
Nov 25, 2013
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 25, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 34
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
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 2021 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-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 31, 2018
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
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 3, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 3, 2014
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit 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 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
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 - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
May 23, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 11
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35315700p issued on 7/9/18,and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable certificate
May 21, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/out a permit. observed in cellar gas meter marked apt#2a newly installed gas piping,fittings & sealent. laa# 340595181 only covers replacement of gas value & flex hose connector behind stove. no other pe
Jul 9, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit. i observed in cellar an 3pc bathroom w/toilet,sink & shower w/all roughing & fixtures. no permits on file. remedy: obtain permit.
Jul 9, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 907.2.8 failure to provide a fire alarm system for a transient use. remedy: discontinue illegal use.
Apr 5, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dob's records-c of o#203990. illegal occupancy noted: at cellar level has been converted/used as 2 sleeping beds. remedy: discontinue illegal use.
Apr 5, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code complaint manner lack of a automatic sprinkler system where is required as per bc 903.2 & 27-954 for transient use. remedy: discontinue illegal use.
Apr 5, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code complaint manner failure to provide # of required means of egress for every floor per bc 1028.1 & ac 27-366 for transient use. remedy: discontinue illegal use.
Apr 5, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. work noted: apt#1a has installed a spiral(metal)stairs connected the cellar level to 1st fl job app#320822375 has been disapproved on 1-2-14. remedy: obtain permit & legalize metal stairs.
Apr 5, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Permanent dwelling used/converted for othan than permanent-residential purposed. dpb's records c of o#203990 indicates bldg to be legally approved as a class'a'multiple dwelling. now apt 1a used/converted to
Apr 5, 2018
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 #35103584m issued on 9/3/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. at time of violation the dept recor
Nov 12, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Work w/o permit.noted: at roof an approx 20' x 10' deck in place with nails in place while job 340167866 was disapproved on 8-8-14.stop all work at roof. rmdy: obtain permit.
Sep 3, 2014
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close - General
Cabinet
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 5, 2025 · Apt APT2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 5, 2023 · Apt 10
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 5, 2023 · Apt 10
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 25, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close
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- General
Cooking gas
Apr 8, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 8, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 23, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 22, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 22, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 2, 2017 · Apt 4
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jul 26, 2017 · Apt 4
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 26, 2017 · Apt 4
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 30, 2017 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 29, 2014 · Apt 5
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 1, 2014 · Apt 5
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 24, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 5
Close - General
Mailbox
Apr 25, 2013 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 4
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 4
Close - General
Windows
Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 4
Close - General
Windows
Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 4
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 29, 2011 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jul 29, 2011 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - General
Doors
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - General
Locks
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 8, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 20, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 2, 2010 · Apt 4
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 2, 2010 · Apt 4
Close - General
Windows
May 4, 2010 · Apt 6
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1904
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 12
- Building area
- 8,100 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3437 / 1
- Assessed value
- $686,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #329322, last renewed Jun 30, 2025.
Questions about 257 Cooper Street
Who owns 257 Cooper Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sk 257 Cooper, LLC.
Does 257 Cooper Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 66 housing violations at this property.
Is 257 Cooper Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 12 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 257 Cooper Street built?
City records list 1904 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 257 Cooper 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.