Code: DOB Violations (List of DOB-issued violations)
Description: (DOB Violations) is the general name for violations issued by the New York City Department Of Buildings when a property does not comply with construction codes, zoning rules, or other building laws. These violations are entered in DOB systems such as BIS or DOB NOW and remain on record until the conditions are corrected and properly closed.
Practical Meaning: For a NYC homeowner, DOB violations are official records that show the city has found problems with your property, such as work without a permit, unsafe conditions, or missing filings, and expects you to fix them and certify the correction. Open DOB violations can lead to fines, enforcement actions, and trouble with permits, sales, or refinancing if they are not resolved.
Where You May See It: BIS Property Profile (Violations tab), DOB NOW public portal, DOB Unpaid Violations Search, title reports, bank and attorney checklists, buyer due‑diligence reports, RegWatch and other violation lookup tools.
Why It Matters: A long list of open DOB violations can block new Certificates Of Occupancy, permits, or amendments and can delay or kill sales and refinancing because buyers, lenders, and title companies see them as risk. Because DOB violations stay in city records until corrected, it is important to review your property’s DOB violation list early, plan correction work with a RA or PE, and close violations before you reach the closing table.
Source: More About DOB Violations