243 East 54 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04680-0056Map
Owner of record: 243 Holdings INC
243 East 54 Street is a two-family home built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is 243 Holdings INC. HPD has recorded 219 housing violations here, most recently on September 6, 2026. 42 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 219
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 28
- HPD complaints
- 300
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 219
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective motar joint and brick at building front, from 2nd story window lintel to parapet wall at northwest corner , 2nd story
Sep 6, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approximately 12 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west wall approx 4 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 16830954 issued 10-apr-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door frame at entrance in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or gates from window to fire escape ... in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective water supply pipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at shower in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west wall approx 4 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling, north and east walls in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures in all rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at north wall, east wall and ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door frame at west wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 25 sq.ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective wash basin (sink) in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all electrical outlets and ceiling light fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective broken window glass pane at vestibule door in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective cracked wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet water closet in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective water closet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixture fixture bathroom and kitchen sink in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 5
- Construction other optional
N1- structural stability requested at expo 1 vertical cracks, horizontal and step cracks deteriorated bricks , mortar joint and balcony columns structural stability in question.
Jan 8, 2026
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 13, 2013
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 13, 2013
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 13, 2013
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 13, 2013
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 28
- Class - 1
- access gain to apartment 1 upon inspection observe large section of bathroom ceiling has collapsed to floor and in danger of further collapse. also observe water damage above kitchen ceiling and bedroom at re
Jan 9, 2026 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at time of inspection at exposure 1(front) at 1st and 2nd floors vertical, step cracks and missing, loose mortar at bricks, cracks at balcony columns, over
Jan 8, 2026 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed 1st floor apartment with excessive combustible/flammable household items being stored at pathways exiting apartment. conditi
Jun 5, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at 2nd sty front fenced porch,missing mortar joints,spalling lintel & loose bricks & bricks step cracking 2nd fl left window. remedy: repair in a safe &
Sep 24, 2014 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35055204h issed on 5/24/14.work w/o a permit in cellar.rem:comply with the commissioner's order.
Jul 12, 2014 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted:missing mortarjoints,spalling lintel & loose bricks.@ 2nd story front fenced porch.rem:make repair in a safe & lawful manner.
May 24, 2014 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the comm's order to file a cert of correction w/ the dept of bldg for notice of violation #34986591x issued on 11/15/12pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.rem:file a cert of correction.
May 24, 2014 · Penalty $8,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ the comm's order contained in notice of violation#34986591x issued on 11/15/12.for cellar work w/o permit.no permits have been issued to remedy the condition cited.the respondent has a hist
May 24, 2014 · Penalty $24,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice ofviolation #34986591x issued on 11/15/12.for work w/o a permit @ cella r installed plumbing,electrical & partitions.rem:comply with commissio
Mar 20, 2014 · Penalty $24,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34986591x issued on 11/15/12. work w/o permit at cellar,installed full height partitions,plumbing,gas lines & electrical.
Jan 21, 2014 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov#34986591x issued on 11/15/22 work w/o permit: at cellar erected and installed fullheight partitions,plumbing,gas lines & electric.occupant would not all
Nov 12, 2013 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34986591x issued on 1/15/12. @ cellar illegal plumbing/partitions. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.
Sep 20, 2013 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34986591x issued on 1/15/12. for work w/o a permit - erected partition walls,installed 3pc bathroom w/gas stove at the cellar level
Jul 13, 2013 · Penalty $24,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov#34986591x issued on 1/15/12. (work w/o permit at cellar) rmdy: comply w/commissioner's order.
May 17, 2013 · Penalty $24,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34986591x issued on 11/15/12. (work w/o permit) remedy: comply w/the comm's order.
Mar 20, 2013 · Penalty $24,000
Active - Class - 1
Fail to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov#34986591x issued on 11/15/12 for work @cellar partitions;made five rooms. rem:comply w/commissioner's order.
Jan 25, 2013 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dob fo rnov#34986590y issued on 11/15/12 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.2-family now used as an s.r.o.in the cellar.
Jan 25, 2013 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Illegal use in a commercial district zoning district is c1-2. observed2 motor vehicles w/no visible license plates store in the rear and side yard of premises a "dead storage" condition not permissible in c1-2
Nov 15, 2012 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. hazardous work noted: at cellar observed full 3 pc kitchen w/operable gas stove and full 3 pc bathroom partitions erectedto create separate rooms (5). remedy: make site safe. obtain permits &
Nov 15, 2012 · Penalty $8,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. observed in cellar missing fire stopping in many various areas of ceiling including but not limited to the boiler room also observed missing door knobs on
Nov 15, 2012 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the bldg dept records. hpd records indicate premises is a 2 family dwelling. at time of inspection observed. 5 occupied sros in cellar of premises. remedy: discontinue
Nov 15, 2012 · Penalty $12,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. cellar occupied as dwelling units w/5 sros has small windows w/fixed metal (bars). side andrear yards are cluttered w/various objects including but not limited
Nov 15, 2012 · Penalty $6,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg exterior walls-defect & missing mortar jointsspalled lintel and loose brick work at 2 sty front terrace/fenced,porch;front facade.remedy:make all repairs in a safe and lawful manner.
Dec 5, 2011 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit. work noted: partitions erected at cellar to create rms. plumbing lines run for kitchen sink, gas stove & 3pc bathrm (sink, toilet & stall). remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior
Nov 16, 2006
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence alt for occupancy as a dwelling for more then the legally approved #of families.noted:building dept records indicate residence legally approved for occupancy by 2 families w/ cellar to be unoccupied.
Nov 16, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families. department of building records indicates bldg as a legal (2) family dwelling. 2 family dwelling converted to
Apr 15, 2004 · Penalty $7,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit work noted full partition walls constructed creating(2) bedrooms kitchen with gas stove 3 piece bathroom and living room in the cellar. remedy : obtain a permit if feasible, or restore premi
Apr 15, 2004 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain building defect is : ceiling broken and bulging inliving room at 1st floor apartment, also water leak in bathroom ceiling comming from 2nd floor apartment. remedy : make safe immediately mak
Apr 15, 2004 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Power outage
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
No lighting
May 27, 2026 · Apt 1
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
May 27, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
No lighting
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 6, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jan 6, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Boiler
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Wiring
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Two-family home (B1)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 2,280 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 317
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 4680 / 56
- Assessed value
- $49,680
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #814376, last renewed Jul 31, 2025.
Questions about 243 East 54 Street
Who owns 243 East 54 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 243 Holdings INC.
Does 243 East 54 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 219 housing violations at this property.
Is 243 East 54 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 243 East 54 Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 243 East 54 Street?
It has 2 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.