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A B C D E F N P Q

ACRIS*

Automated City Register Information System.

Alteration*

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Alteration – affect the building’s official status and require formal approval, while renovations are typically less extensive updates that don’t impact the building’s legal classification.

Apartment Building*

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A residential building with 4 or more dwelling units, subject to NYC DOB housing and safety regulations.

Boiler*

A boiler heats the home and often hot water. If it is unsafe, broken, or installed incorrectly, it can cause complaints, inspections, or violations. 

Certificate*

A short list of NYC DOB Certificates: Certificate of Occupancy (CO), Certificate of Corrections, Certificate of Compliance

DOB*

Understanding the role of Department of Buildings in the life of a NYC homeowner

EPA*

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EPA refers to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, a federal agency—not part of the NYC government system—tasked with protecting human health and the environment through regulations on air, water, and land.

Failure to Comply*

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What the term of “Failure to Comply” means to a NYC homeowner when he receives notice of violation?

Notice of Violation*

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It is an official document sent by a New York City agency to inform a property owner that something on their property might not follow local building or safety codes.