Code: VH (DOB violation label)
Description: (Violation Hazardous) is the Department Of Buildings label for a hazardous building-code violation that can seriously affect safety or stability. (Violation Hazardous Dismissed) is written as VH* and means that this hazardous violation was dismissed by DOB after review or correction.
Practical Meaning: This means DOB believes there is a hazardous condition at your property, and you must fix it quickly to remove the danger. If you do not correct the problem and resolve the violation, you may face high fines, emergency work orders, or enforcement actions.
Where You May See It: DOB violation notice, OATH summons, BIS search result, DOB NOW record, title report, bank underwriting report, buyer’s attorney due diligence letter.
Why It Matters: Hazardous DOB violations often carry higher penalties, strict deadlines, and can delay refinancing, insurance, or closing a sale until they are cured and closed. A VH violation can also signal real safety risks for tenants, visitors, or neighbors, so the city may move faster with inspections or emergency repairs.
Source: DOB List Of Violation Codes