Code: FTF-PL-PER (Gas Piping System Certification Violation)
Description: (Failure to File Plumbing Periodic Inspection report); It is a DOB violation for not submitting the required periodic inspection report for a building’s plumbing system. This violation means the owner missed a deadline to file a plumbing inspection report that the city requires.
Practical Meaning: Multiple recent DOB-related communications and industry write‑ups describe a wave of “Failure to File” gas piping system certification violations tied to Local Law 152 cycles. For a NYC homeowner, this means the city believes you did not file a required safety inspection report for your building’s plumbing pipes and gas lines. You may need to hire a licensed plumber to perform the inspection and submit the missing report to clear the violation and avoid more penalties.
Where You May See It: You may see this code on a Department of Buildings notice, in online building records, or in letters from elected officials or tenant groups that talk about properties failing to file plumbing inspection reports. It can also appear in public data or news posts that list buildings which did not submit required safety reports.
Why It Matters: It matters because not filing the required inspection report can lead to fines, enforcement actions, and problems if you want to refinance or sell your property. It also signals that important plumbing or gas safety checks may not have been done, which can affect safety and services like heat and hot water.
Source: Explaining why NYC homeowners are getting these violations.