Record 1: ECB Violation #39180626X — Stop Work Order / Continued Work
What the source record says
The public description for 1872 Harman Street, Queens, NY 11385 states: “PSWO ISSUED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT ON FILE WITH THE DEPT OF BUILDINGS AT TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED AT THE REAR YARD ELECTRICAL BX WIRES EXPOSED OUT THE WALLS FOR LIGHTS,AND OUTLETS., OBTAIN PERM” Because the inspector identified a location within the premises, photos and repair proof should match that same area. Permit history should be compared against the alleged work, approved plans, contractor invoices, and any restoration or legalization path. 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whether the order was active, what work was observed after service, who controlled the site, and whether the order was rescinded or partially rescinded.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
- permit records
- contractor logs
- proof of rescission or reinspection
- copy of the Stop Work Order
- photos by date
Why this should not be ignored
Continued-work allegations can carry substantial penalties and keep a project frozen.
- 2C4 27-3018(B) ELECTRICAL WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT