Record 1: ECB Violation #39167284Z — Stop Work Order / Continued Work
What the source record says
The public description for 140 West 18 Street, Manhattan, NY 10011 states: “PSWO AND ECB VIO. ISSUED FOR WORK WITHOUT PERMIT. ATOI OBSERVED 3 WORKERS WORKING ON RENOVATION. INSTALL NEW STAIRS FROM THE 3RD FLOOR TO ROOF. A BULKHEAD WAS ALSO CONSTRUCTED OVER THE STAIRWAY. METAL STUDS AND” Because the inspector identified a location within the premises, photos and repair proof should match that same area. The Stop Work Order timeline should be checked carefully, including service date, scope, and any allowed safety work or rescission.
What this category usually means
The public record indicates work after, around, or in conflict with a Stop Work Order. DOB uses Stop Work Orders to stop activity until safety, permit, or compliance issues are addressed.
What a hearing on this record may have focused on
The hearing often turns on whether the order was active, what work was observed after service, who controlled the site, and whether the order was rescinded or partially rescinded.
Documents and proof worth reviewing now
- copy of the Stop Work Order
- photos by date
- permit records
- contractor logs
- proof of rescission or reinspection
Why this should not be ignored
Continued-work allegations can carry substantial penalties and keep a project frozen.
- 201 28-105.1 WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT