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444 Jamaica Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-03908-0005Map

Owner of record: Jamaica Realty LLC

444 Jamaica Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 36 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Jamaica Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 311 housing violations here, most recently on January 21, 2026. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 36 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
311
DOB violations
23
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
612

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jan 21, 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
36
About 100% of the building's 36 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 · 311

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at bulkhead at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 21, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at bulkhead at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 21, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling, south wall, and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling, south wall, and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 7, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 7, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 7, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding allowable maximum temperature of 130 degrees in the kitchen located at apt 7f, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 30, 2024 · Apt 7F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key oporated padlock at gate at building rear obstructing egress at fire passage way

    Sep 4, 2024

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Sep 4, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Sep 4, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Sep 4, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Sep 4, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Sep 4, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 4f, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from east, the bathroom , the foyer located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect rotted wood joints at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the private hallway located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the private hallway located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wall cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door lock in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the private hallway located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items bag with bottles at 4th story balcony at building front south wall at 1st fire escape, 4th story

    May 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 4th story

    May 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 4th story

    May 1, 2024

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective frie rated plaster at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    May 1, 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
  • B

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

    Oct 24, 2023 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Refit the wooden door in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Oct 24, 2023 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective inoperable hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 2f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Oct 24, 2023 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Oct 24, 2023 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Oct 24, 2023 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Oct 24, 2023 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east wall and ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 8f, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Aug 20, 2023 · Apt 8F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective basin cabinet sink in the kitchen located at apt 8f, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Aug 20, 2023 · Apt 8F

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 8f, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Aug 20, 2023 · Apt 8F

    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.

    Mar 23, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 23

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 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

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 23, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/dob for nov #35103277m issued on 7/29/14 pursuant to 28-204.4and 1rcny 102-01. rmdy: file a certificate of correction.

    Sep 12, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: at time of inspection at rear fire escape obstructed w/debris at 1st & 4th fl level also travel path to street is chained shut & locked & is obstructed

    Jul 29, 2014 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dob for notice of violation #35094283r issued on 04/28/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.occupancy contrary to b

    Jun 28, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dob for notice of violation #35094284z issued on 04/28/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.fire stopping/wood door

    Jun 28, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to comply w/the comm's order contained in notice of vio#35094282pissued on 04/28/14.work w/o permit in 2f/cellar.rem:comply w/the comm's order.

    Jun 28, 2014 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. noted @ 1st fl apt 2f, installed a metal access stair to cellar, installed waste & water lines for 3-pc bathrm-toilet,sink & shower. noted 2f as supt apt. rem:obtain permit to either legalize

    Apr 28, 2014 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to d.o.b. noted @ cellar, erected full height partitions & metal stairs to apt 2f, creating a cellar bedrm w/bed & bedding,refridgerator & 3-pc bath.rem: immediately discontinue use-no sleepi

    Apr 28, 2014 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner per bc712.3;27-345 no fire stopping. noted @ cellar installed full height partition w/wood door adjacent to boiler & metal stair to apt 2f w/flr joists opened. exp

    Apr 28, 2014 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure tto maintain bldg. interior defect is cracked plaster ceiling at bedroom of apt 5f third flor front center. remedy: repair defective ceiling.

    Aug 10, 1999 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain expterior of building. defect is fire escape drop ladder off track and leaning, also rust and corroded. three cars park in back yard under fire exit blocking fire escape. plate # vp933l9,

    Sep 23, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building interior defect is: portion of bathroom masonry floor missing a t1st floor fornt west apt 1f. remedy: replace the portion of missing floor immediately. submit a structural report.

    May 29, 1997 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 8F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 8F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 8F

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 8F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 8F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 8F

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 8F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 30, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 30, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Sep 30, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Sep 30, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 30, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 30, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 4F

    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
1905
Floors
4
Residential units
36
Building area
32,808 ft²
Lot area
12,332 ft²
Zoning
R4
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
3908 / 5
Assessed value
$944,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #371270, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.

Questions about 444 Jamaica Avenue

Who owns 444 Jamaica Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Jamaica Realty LLC.

Does 444 Jamaica Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 311 housing violations at this property.

Is 444 Jamaica Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 36 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 36 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 444 Jamaica Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 444 Jamaica Avenue?

It has 36 residential units.

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