Code: OP 49 (DOB boiler form)
Description: (Self‑Certification Of Removed, Disconnected, Or Non‑Existing Boiler) is a DOB form used when a boiler has been removed, permanently disconnected, or was never installed, so DOB can close that boiler record and stop future annual boiler inspection penalties.
Practical Meaning: For a NYC homeowner, this form is how you officially tell DOB that a listed boiler is gone or no longer in use, so they stop expecting annual inspections and penalties for that boiler. You must have a licensed professional inspect and sign the form, and you generally need to file it within 30 days after the boiler is disconnected or removed.
Where You May See It: DOB boiler violation letters, DOB NOW: Build Boiler Removal Notification filing, BIS or DOB NOW boiler records, emails from your boiler inspector, instructions from your managing agent or plumber about removing or disconnecting an old boiler.
Why It Matters: If you do not file this form, DOB may continue to treat the boiler as active and charge annual penalties for missing inspection reports, even if the boiler was removed years ago. Filing OP49 on time, with correct proof, helps you avoid ongoing boiler fines and keeps DOB records accurate for future sales, refinancing, or insurance reviews.