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281 Wyona Street

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03741-0015Map

Owner of record: Rem Empire Group LLC

281 Wyona Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Rem Empire Group LLC. HPD has recorded 249 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 48 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
249
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
31
HPD complaints
250

What to know

Concern
13 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 6, 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 · 249

  • 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.

    May 6, 2026

    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 18, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 11, 2025

    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 26, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 12, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 27, 2023

    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 7, 2022

    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 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 13, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the at the entrance to building front

    Apr 10, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the front and rear yard

    Apr 9, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide temporary seal-up for all accessible openings

    Apr 9, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts thrid story apt vacate # 147740

    Mar 29, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts second story apt vacate # 147740

    Mar 29, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts first story apt vacate # 147740

    Mar 29, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

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

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective door at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling north and south walls at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of excessive extension cords extending through all stories public halls

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and north wall at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material ceiling and north wall at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly secure the loose hand rail 3rd story public hall stair to bulkhead at public hall stairs

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly secure the loose wood stringer pulling away from wall at 3rd story public hall stair to bulkhead at public hall stairs

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of excessive vegetation at north parapet wall roof

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 62, 187, 231 m/d law and dept. rules and regs. safeguard egress by providing iron guard rails or parapet walls 3 ft 6 in high and extending a minimum of 4 ft 0 in beyond either side of bulkhead/scuttle opening at roof at north

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing door at bulkhead roof

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of rubbish throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling bulkhead roof

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Order to repair/vacate order must remain posted until such time as the order is rescinded. a copy for posting can be found through hpdonline (www.nyc.gov/hpd).

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the front of building yard

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east rear yard yard

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective doors throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling throughout apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor throughout apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    The following dwelling units were reoccupied while being subject to an order to repair/vacate order issued by the department; order conditions observed existing.

    Mar 22, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 8, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 8, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 8, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at entrance to building at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 8, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at all walls and ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 5

  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Mar 30, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 23, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 9, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 9, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 26, 2014

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 31

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #39122109m, file a certificate of correction

    Nov 20, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection at above premises observed a construction fence installed with no permit on dob records for scope of work, obtain temporary construction permit

    Aug 15, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection at above premises observed combustible construction garbage/debris in black bags, wooded studs, plumbing pipes and etc at expo #1., repair and/replace

    Aug 15, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed construction fence erected at front of building exposure# 1, another inspector issued violation# 39106031l issued on 02/14/2024 under complaint# 3947497 court date 05/22/2024 but

    Aug 1, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintained inadequate house keeping .at time of inspection observed excessive garbage and combustible material material at expo.#1 front yard., maintain adequate construction housekeeping

    Feb 14, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Wwo/p. upon inspection observed at expo.#1 construction fence erected approx..8ft height x 25 ft. long with no permit on file., obtain all permits

    Feb 14, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09/26/18 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway

    Jun 22, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09/26/18 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed passageway.

    Mar 8, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 9/26/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed

    Nov 4, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09/26/18 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. rear fire escape obstructed w/by bycycles & other

    Aug 18, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway,rear fire escap

    Jan 17, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted at rear

    Oct 9, 2019 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted rear fir

    Sep 7, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361257r issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.

    Jul 15, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.

    Jul 15, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35361258z issued on 9/26/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstr

    Apr 27, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35361257r issued on 9/26/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. occupancy contrary to allo

    Apr 27, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361258z issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway: note at exp#3

    Dec 19, 2018 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35361257r issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy or

    Dec 19, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35361257r issued on 09/26/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.occupancy contrary to

    Nov 10, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35361258z issued on 09/26/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursunat to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to provide unobs

    Nov 10, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed c of o or dob records indicates premises legally approved 3 family(1 family per 1st,2nd+3rd floors) cellar(boiler,storage) illegal occupancy noted:now premises converted/occup

    Sep 26, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: rear fire escape obstructed with/by bicycles and other various items. remedy: removeobstruction

    Sep 26, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and department of build ings records. 2 class "a" apartment illegally converted into single room occupancies at 2nd and 3rd story. a total of 12 s.r.o.'s present

    Sep 20, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the comm's order to file a cert of correction w/ the dob.noted no cert of correction has been filed for nov34866220k issued 9/10/13.rem file a cert of correction

    May 29, 2015 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo and dob records 2stry and 3stry class"a"apts converted into single room occupancys.partitions erected subdividing all rooms. all rooms have lockable doors intact. inad

    Sep 10, 2013 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Residence alt for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families. from:3 family legal occupancy. to:11 singleoccupancy rooms illegal occupancy noted:1 floor-4 srd with 1 kitchen

    Feb 7, 2005 · Penalty $1,300

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families. dept of buildings records multi agency composite propertyowner information query indicate residence is legally approved for 3

    Jul 26, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building interior defect is: holes in the ceiling at room south center. remedy: repair the defective ceiling.

    Jul 26, 1999

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or bldg dept records.cellar changed from ordinary use to an apt. partitions erected & kitchen & bathrm facilities have been installed.

    May 23, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted metal gate with padlock installed at first story front north window. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore the premises to prior legal condition.

    Feb 6, 1997

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Apr 9, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 9, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 19, 2019 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 19, 2019 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 16, 2018 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Oct 16, 2018 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 12, 2018 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 12, 2018 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 12, 2018 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Oct 12, 2018 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 12, 2018 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 12, 2018 · Apt 1STFL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 30, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 30, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 30, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jul 30, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 11, 2018 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 2, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 31, 2018 · 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 (C0)
Year built
1901
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,075 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
3741 / 15
Assessed value
$67,080
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #308507, last renewed Sep 19, 2023.

Questions about 281 Wyona Street

Who owns 281 Wyona Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rem Empire Group LLC.

Does 281 Wyona Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 249 housing violations at this property.

Is 281 Wyona 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 281 Wyona Street built?

City records list 1901 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 281 Wyona Street?

It has 3 residential units.

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