Complaints & Violations

The Department strives to ensure the safe and lawful use of approximately one million buildings and properties in New York City. Our inspectors enforce the NYC Building Code and NYC Zoning Resolution to ensure the construction industry is protecting the public and property in the progress of work and that all work is being done in a Code compliant manor. Failure to operate within the guidelines set by the Code and Zoning Resolution could result in violations, monetary penalties, and/or criminal charges.

Complaints

The report below lists complaints received and acted upon by the Department of Buildings.

• DOB Complaints Received (Open Data)

Violations

The NYC Construction Codes require owners to build and maintain their properties in safe condition DOB inspectors issue OATH and DOB violations when property or construction doesn't comply with the Construction Codes, NYC Zoning Resolution, or other applicable laws and rules.

• DOB Violations (Open Data)

• DOB ECB Violations (Open Data)

• Façade Violations (Map)

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