Code: NYC (official acronym)
Description: (New York City) is the city in New York State where all DOB, HPD, DEP, and related housing rules and violation codes in this glossary apply. It is not a state agency or a building department.
Practical Meaning: All violation codes, forms, and agencies in this glossary are specific to New York City rules. If you own or manage property anywhere in the five boroughs, these rules apply to you.
Where You May See It: Every DOB, HPD, DEP, and ECB document, violation notice, permit, letter, and online portal covered in this glossary.
Why It Matters: NYC rules are often stricter or different from New York State rules — knowing which authority issued a notice helps you respond to the right agency and meet the right deadline.
Source: Official New York City website