DOB Violations Removal in New York City
Open violations cost you money every month and complicate sales, refinancing, and insurance. We assess your violations, execute the required corrective work, and file for dismissal — clearing your record efficiently.
How We Resolve DOB Violations
NYC Department of Buildings violations are more than paperwork — they carry escalating financial penalties, create public records that affect property transactions, and signal unresolved safety or compliance issues.
Our process starts with a comprehensive audit of all open violations against your property. We assess each one, determine what corrective action is required, and create a prioritized resolution plan. For violations requiring physical repairs, our construction team handles the work. For documentation-based violations, we prepare and file the necessary paperwork.
After corrective work is complete, we file the certificate of correction, coordinate any required DOB inspections, and confirm dismissal. You get a clean record — not just a plan to get one.
Our Violation Resolution Process
- Full violation audit across DOB NOW and BIS records
- Assessment of each violation type and required action
- Prioritized resolution plan with clear timeline
- Corrective repairs if physical work is required
- Certificate of correction preparation and filing
- DOB inspection coordination for sign-off
- Confirmation of dismissal and record clearance
- Ongoing compliance monitoring if needed
Common Violation Types We Resolve
FISP Non-Filing (NRF)
The most common FISP violation — issued when a building fails to file its facade inspection report by the deadline.
UNSAFE Facade Conditions
Issued when an inspection identifies immediate hazards requiring emergency protection and expedited repairs.
Failure to Maintain
Issued for visible deterioration, falling debris risk, or failure to maintain the building exterior in safe condition.
Work Without Permit
Issued when repairs or construction are performed without proper DOB permits or outside the approved scope.
ECB / OATH Penalties
Environmental Control Board penalties that carry financial fines and require formal hearing or stipulation to resolve.
Certificate Posting Violations
Issued for failure to post the required FISP conditions certificate in the building lobby or vestibule.
DOB Violations FAQ
How do I know if my building has DOB violations?
You can check the DOB NOW Public Portal at nyc.gov/dobNOW using your building address or BIN number. We also include a violation check as part of our free initial assessment — we'll tell you exactly what's open and what needs to happen to clear it.
How long does it take to remove a DOB violation?
Timeline depends on the violation type and required corrective work. Simple documentation violations can be resolved in weeks. Violations requiring physical repairs take longer depending on scope, access, and permit requirements. We provide a realistic timeline upfront.
What happens if I ignore a DOB violation?
Violations accumulate penalties over time and appear in public records. They can affect property sales, refinancing, and insurance. In some cases, the DOB can issue stop-work orders, require emergency repairs at the owner's expense, or take legal action.
Can you resolve violations from previous FISP cycles?
Yes. We regularly resolve outstanding violations from Cycle 8 and Cycle 9, including No Report Filed (NRF) violations. This typically requires filing a Sub-cycle Override Request, completing the inspection, and submitting the certificate of correction.
Clear Your Violations
Every open violation costs you money and creates risk. Get a free violation audit and a clear path to resolution.