Summons 39558667Y — DOB/OATH code-compliance issue
Normalized lookup key: 039558667YWhat DOB alleges
DOB alleges a dob/oath code-compliance issue condition. The inspector's description specifically references basement and second floor.
Specific record details: basement, second floor.
Full violation description from the source extract
THE STAIRWELL FROM THE BASEMENT TO THE 2ND FLOOR WAS MISSING THE NECESSARY HANDRAILS AND GUARDRAILS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE INJURY ON SITE. INSTALL TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT HANDRAILS AS PER CODE.
- Issue date
- September 2, 2026
- Served date
- September 2, 2026
- Source violation type
- Construction
- Severity
- CLASS - 1
- Hearing status in source extract
- PENDING
- 120 — BC 3301.2,27-1009(A) FAILURE TO INSTITUTE/MAINTAIN SAFETY EQUIPMENT MEASURES OR TEMPORARY
Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning the stairwell from the basement to the 2nd floor was missing the necessary handrails and guardrails to prevent possible injury on site. install temporary or permanent handrails as per code.
What this violation means
This summons is a DOB/OATH code-compliance matter. The source description—not the category label alone—should control the factual review, because similarly classified summonses can involve very different physical conditions.
What may be required to correct the condition
Start by verifying the cited condition against the current site and DOB record, then identify the qualified contractor, licensed trade or registered design professional—if any—needed for correction, permits, inspection or closeout.
What the OATH hearing may involve
Hearing preparation should focus on the facts alleged, the condition on the inspection date, permit/approval history, responsibility for the cited area, and any reliable evidence of correction or contrary facts.
Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating
Review the exact allegation, cited code section, location, permit/approval history and any later agency activity. Avoid assuming a defense or correction path before the current record is checked.
Documents and evidence that may be useful
- the summons and current OATH status
- dated photographs
- relevant DOB permits/plans/violations
- contracts, invoices or professional reports tied to the cited condition
- proof of correction where available