Violation Pricing

You never know when it’s going to hit you…

When the DOB hits you with a violation, it usually falls into one of these main buckets — here’s what they really mean:

• Construction Violations:
  This happens when work gets done without proper permits or without following the plans approved by the city. Maybe someone built an extra floor, removed a wall, or changed the layout without permission. Basically — you did work the city didn’t approve first.
• Building Code Violations:
  These are safety and maintenance issues inside the building. Could be missing smoke alarms, broken fire doors, bad wiring, blocked exits, or anything not up to the city’s safety standards. Think of it as the city saying: “This place ain’t safe enough for people to live or work in.”
• Zoning Violations:
  This one’s all about how the property is used and what can be built on it. For example, turning a basement into an apartment when zoning says it’s not allowed, running a business in a residential area, or building too close to the property line.
• Safety Violations:
  These show up when something puts people at risk — like unstable scaffolding, no worker safety gear, cracked beams, or unsafe construction conditions. It’s the city’s way of saying the site or building could hurt someone if not fixed fast.
• Environmental Violations:
  This comes up when things affect the air, soil, or water around the property. That includes dumping hazardous waste, asbestos or lead issues, or anything that pollutes or breaks environmental rules.

…but it’s going to be expensive when you try to fix the violation after it happens.

You can’t control when an inspector shows up, but you can control how much the resolution will cost. Clear pricing and a simple process help you avoid surprises.

Here’s a sample price table so you see what this kind of violation help can cost in NYC: