Record 1: ECB Violation #39190289N — Work Without Permit / Unapproved Construction
What the source record says
The public description for 64 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233 states: “ECB VIOLATION NUMBER: 39118756R 07/09/2024 FOR NEW STORE FRONT NO FIXED, MORE OF THE BUILDING HAS BEEN MADE WITH NEW PARTS ADDED, NO PERMITS ON FILE FOR NEW BUILDING OR ANY WORK DONE, PARTS FALLING FROM BUILDIN” 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.
What this category usually means
The record appears to involve work DOB alleges was performed without required approval, permit issuance, or approved documents.
What a hearing on this record may have focused on
A hearing on this type of record may have asked whether the observed work existed, whether a permit covered it, whether the respondent was legally responsible, and whether the work was restored or legalized.
Documents and proof worth reviewing now
- before-and-after photos
- contractor records
- legalization or restoration proof
- permits
- approved drawings
Why this should not be ignored
Unpermitted work can block approvals, complicate closing or refinancing, and trigger repeat penalties.
- 101 28-105.1 WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT