November 2026 NYC DOB / ECB / OATH public-record review

134-38 57 Avenue, Queens, NY 11355 — November 2026 NYC OATH Hearing & Violation Information

The resolved public-record dataset associates 7 DOB/ECB OATH summonses with 134-38 57 Avenue, Queens, NY 11355. The source records identify occupancy / illegal conversion, egress / fire-escape obstruction, fire-safety condition and a hearing date of November 24, 2026. The sections below keep the source allegations separate from explanatory analysis so an owner, buyer, realtor, attorney, lender, property manager or contractor can see what the record says, what still needs verification, and what a practical next review could involve.

Occupancy / illegal conversionEgress / fire-escape obstructionFire-safety conditionDOB/OATH code-compliance issue

Property and hearing summary

Actual property address: 134-38 57 Avenue, Queens, NY 11355
Borough: Queens
BIN: 4139163
BBL: 4063610019 (4/6361/19)
Hearing month: November 2026
Violations on this page: 7
Verified hearing date(s) in source extract: November 24, 2026
Source extract: September 18, 2026

Source information: This page was compiled from NYC DOB/ECB/OATH public-record information contained in the November 2026 resolved-property dataset and the associated DOB/ECB source extract dated September 18, 2026. Agency records may change after the source data was obtained. Hearing dates, status, penalties, correction status and agency records should be verified with NYC OATH and DOB before relying on this page.

November 2026 hearing summary

ECB/OATH summons	Hearing date / time	Severity	Record category
35727968R Normalized: 035727968R	November 24, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 1	Occupancy / illegal conversion
35727969Z Normalized: 035727969Z	November 24, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 1	Egress / fire-escape obstruction
35727970X Normalized: 035727970X	November 24, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 1	Fire-safety condition
35727971H Normalized: 035727971H	November 24, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 1	DOB/OATH code-compliance issue
35727972J Normalized: 035727972J	November 24, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 2	Work without a permit
35727973L Normalized: 035727973L	November 24, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 1	Failure to maintain
35727974N Normalized: 035727974N	November 24, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 2	Occupancy / illegal conversion

How the summonses fit together at this property

The summonses appear to describe different enforcement components of a broader alteration/occupancy issue: the record includes an occupancy or conversion allegation together with unpermitted construction or trade work. Several descriptions point to the same area (basement), which is a sign the summonses may be factually connected. A coordinated review should compare the legal occupancy, plans and permit history before deciding whether restoration or legalization is practical, while keeping each summons's hearing date and evidence separate.

Violation-by-violation record and analysis

Each section first identifies what comes directly from the source extract, then separates general explanatory and strategic considerations that may require current-record research or professional review.

Violation 1

Summons 35727968R — Occupancy / illegal conversion

Normalized lookup key: 035727968R

OATH hearingNovember 24, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges that the property's observed use or dwelling configuration did not match the legal occupancy shown in the cited DOB record. The inspector's description specifically references basement and dwelling/occupancy configuration.

Specific record details: basement, dwelling/occupancy configuration.

Full violation description from the source extract

RESIDENCE CONVERTED, MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED AS A DWELLING FOR MORE THAN THE LEGALLY APPROVED NUMBER OF FAMILIES, LEGAL 2 FAMILY CONVERTED TOA FOUR FAMILY DWELLING. ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY NOTED: AT BASEMENT LEVEL HAS

Issue date: June 17, 2026
Served date: June 17, 2026
Source violation type: Unknown
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

1J3 — 28-210.1 RESIDENCE CONVERTED MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED AS A DWELLING FOR MORE THAN

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at basement level has.

What this violation means

This type of summons concerns use or occupancy that DOB says is inconsistent with the approved Certificate of Occupancy or other legal-use record. The central question is not just what rooms exist, but whether the present dwelling/use configuration is legally authorized.

What may be required to correct the condition

A practical correction review usually starts by comparing the current layout and use with the Certificate of Occupancy, approved plans, I-card/MDR or other historical records. Depending on what the records allow, the path may involve restoration to the approved use or a legalization filing if zoning, egress, fire-safety and building-code requirements can be met. The legal-use record should be obtained before deciding whether the present configuration can remain.

What the OATH hearing may involve

For the OATH matter, useful questions include what legal-use record DOB relied on, what the inspector actually observed, whether the cited space was occupied as alleged on the inspection date, and whether photographs, leases, plans or historical records support or contradict the stated occupancy.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Review the legal-use/occupancy history, the exact location cited, prior permits and alteration applications, and whether the source record accurately describes the number and type of dwelling units or the use of the cited space. Legalization should not be assumed until zoning and code feasibility are checked.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

Certificate of Occupancy or other legal-use record
approved plans and alteration applications
current photographs of the cited rooms/use
leases or occupancy records if relevant
prior permits, inspections and sign-offs

Violation 2

Summons 35727969Z — Egress / fire-escape obstruction

Normalized lookup key: 035727969Z

OATH hearingNovember 24, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges that a required exit, fire-escape or egress route was obstructed or otherwise noncompliant.

Record context: source category Construction, severity CLASS - 1, issued June 17, 2026.

Full violation description from the source extract

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER. LACK OF REQUIRED NUMBER OF MEANS OF EGRESS FOR EVERY FLOOR PER BC 1018.1(2008 CODE); 27-366; BC 1021.1(2014 CODE); BC 1006.3(2022 CODE), FOR SRO/FURNISHED

Issue date: June 17, 2026
Served date: June 17, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

189 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. FAILURE TO PR

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. lack of required number of means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1(2008 code); 27-366; bc 1021.1(2014 code); bc 1006.3(2022 code), for sro/furnished.

What this violation means

DOB is alleging that required egress or a fire-escape route was obstructed or otherwise did not provide the required clear path. Egress conditions are life-safety issues and the exact route/location described matters.

What may be required to correct the condition

The cited path should be cleared or restored so required egress is unobstructed. If the issue involves construction, stairs, doors, fire escapes or layout rather than movable objects, professional review and permits may be needed before the condition can be considered corrected. Any correction should preserve the required egress route rather than simply moving the problem to another part of the exit system.

What the OATH hearing may involve

At OATH, photographs from the inspection date, floor/egress plans, evidence showing whether the obstruction existed, and proof of prompt correction can be relevant.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Verify the exact egress route, whether the objects/condition actually reduced the required path, whether the cited area was a required exit component, and whether the condition had been corrected before or after service.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

dated photographs of the cited egress route
approved floor/egress plans where applicable
repair/removal records
inspection reports
proof of correction

Violation 3

Summons 35727970X — Fire-safety condition

Normalized lookup key: 035727970X

OATH hearingNovember 24, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a fire-safety or fire-hazard condition. The inspector's description specifically references basement.

Specific record details: basement.

Full violation description from the source extract

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER. LACK OF A SYSTEM OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER WHERE IS REQUIRED PER BC 903.2 AND 27-954, FOR SRO/FURNISHED ROOMS AT BASEMENT LEVEL. REMEDY: DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL O

Issue date: June 17, 2026
Served date: June 17, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

102 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. lack of a system of automatic sprinkler where is required per bc 903.2 and 27-954, for sro/furnished rooms at basement level.

What this violation means

DOB is alleging a fire-safety or fire-hazard condition, such as combustible storage, a required fire-protection component, or another condition that could affect fire spread or safe operation of the building.

What may be required to correct the condition

The cited fire-hazard condition should be removed or corrected promptly. If the condition involves a building system or rated construction rather than simple housekeeping, the applicable approved plans, fire-protection requirements and licensed-professional/trade work should be reviewed.

What the OATH hearing may involve

Hearing evidence may include photographs from the inspection date, proof of removal/repair, fire-protection plans or system records, and documentation showing who controlled the cited area.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Verify the specific hazard, location, whether it was present as described, whether it was transient storage or a permanent condition, and whether any building-system repair or permit was required.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

dated photographs
fire-protection/system records where relevant
repair/removal invoices
approved plans if rated construction or equipment is involved
proof of correction

Violation 4

Summons 35727971H — DOB/OATH code-compliance issue

Normalized lookup key: 035727971H

OATH hearingNovember 24, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a dob/oath code-compliance issue condition. The inspector's description specifically references basement.

Specific record details: basement.

Full violation description from the source extract

BC 907.2.8. FAILURE TO PROVIDE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM CLASS "J" FOR SRO/FURNISHED ROOMS AT BASEMENT LEVEL. REMEDY: DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY.

Issue date: June 17, 2026
Served date: June 17, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

106 — 27-/28-/BC-MISC MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning bc 907.2.8. failure to provide fire alarm system class "j" for sro/furnished rooms at basement level.

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

Violation 5

Summons 35727972J — Work without a permit

Normalized lookup key: 035727972J

OATH hearingNovember 24, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges that construction or alteration work was performed without the required permit. The inspector's description specifically references basement, rear area, partition walls and bedroom(s).

Specific record details: basement, rear area, partition walls, bedroom(s).

Full violation description from the source extract

WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT. WORK NOTED: AT BASEMENT LEVEL ERECTED PARTITIONWALLS TO CREATE ADDITIONAL BEDROOM. AT REAR, INSTALLED CANOPY AT ENTRANCE OF BASEMENT LEVEL APARTMENT ATTACHED TO THE STRUCTURE. REMEDY: OBT

Issue date: June 17, 2026
Served date: June 17, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 2
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

201 — 28-105.1 WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at basement level erected partitionwalls to create additional bedroom. at rear, installed canopy at entrance of basement level apartment attached to the structure.

What this violation means

DOB is alleging that construction or alteration work occurred without the permit required for that scope. The key resolution question is whether the current condition can be legalized, is already covered by an existing approval, or must be restored/removed.

What may be required to correct the condition

Research the permit and approved-plan history before choosing a cure. If the work can legally remain, a registered architect or professional engineer may need to prepare or amend drawings and coordinate permits; licensed trades may be required for regulated work. If legalization is not viable, restoration to an approved condition may be the faster path.

What the OATH hearing may involve

Hearing preparation should focus on the actual scope observed, the permit record in effect on the inspection date, whether the cited work matches an approved filing, who was responsible for the work, and any photographs or records showing the condition before or after correction.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Compare the inspector's description to the approved plans and permit scope, determine when the work was performed, and verify whether the work was exempt, previously approved, or later legalized. None of those possibilities should be assumed without records. Because the description identifies several physical components or locations, photographs and records should be matched to those specific details rather than submitted as general property evidence.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

DOB permit/application history
approved plans and amendments
photographs of the cited work
contracts, invoices and contractor records
proof of restoration/legalization and any inspection or sign-off records

Violation 6

Summons 35727973L — Failure to maintain

Normalized lookup key: 035727973L

OATH hearingNovember 24, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges failure to maintain the cited building component or condition in a code-compliant manner. The inspector's description specifically references basement and bedroom(s).

Specific record details: basement, bedroom(s).

Full violation description from the source extract

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER. FAILURE TO PROVIDE NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION FOR EVERY BEDROOM. NOTED: AT BASEMENT LEVEL HAVING CREATED ADDITIONAL BEDROOM WITHOUT NATURAL LIGHT AND VE

Issue date: June 17, 2026
Served date: June 17, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

102 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at basement level having created additional bedroom without natural light and ve.

What this violation means

DOB is alleging failure to maintain the building or a building component in a code-compliant condition. The broad label matters less than the particular defect described by the inspector.

What may be required to correct the condition

The cited component should be inspected and repaired by the appropriate qualified contractor or licensed/registered professional where the work requires it. Permits or filings may be needed if the repair goes beyond ordinary maintenance.

What the OATH hearing may involve

The strongest factual material usually concerns the exact condition on the inspection date: photographs, maintenance records, professional reports, repair invoices and proof of correction.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Focus on the precise component and location in the description, whether the defect existed as alleged, whether the owner/respondent controlled that area, and whether later inspection or repair records clarify the condition.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

dated photographs
maintenance and repair records
contractor or professional reports
permits/inspection records if repair work required them
proof of correction

Violation 7

Summons 35727974N — Occupancy / illegal conversion

Normalized lookup key: 035727974N

OATH hearingNovember 24, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges that the property's observed use or dwelling configuration did not match the legal occupancy shown in the cited DOB record. The inspector's description specifically references basement.

Specific record details: basement.

Full violation description from the source extract

OCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY THE DEPT OF BUILDINGS RECORDS. ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY NOTED: AT BASEMENT LEVEL HAS BEEN CONVERTED AS TRANSIENT USE AND OCCUPIED BY GUESTS FOR LESS THAN 30 DAYS AT ROOM #2 THROUG

Issue date: June 17, 2026
Served date: June 17, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 2
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

203 — 28-118.3.2 OCC CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY THE C OF O OR DOB RECORDS

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at basement level has been converted as transient use and occupied by guests for less than 30 days at room #2 throug.

What this violation means

What may be required to correct the condition

What the OATH hearing may involve

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Documents and evidence that may be useful

Certificate of Occupancy or other legal-use record
approved plans and alteration applications
current photographs of the cited rooms/use
leases or occupancy records if relevant
prior permits, inspections and sign-offs

Property-specific resolution support

How Building Violation LLC may help at 134-38 57 Avenue, Queens, NY 11355

For 134-38 57 Avenue, Queens, NY 11355, the current source extract points to occupancy / illegal conversion, egress / fire-escape obstruction, fire-safety condition. Because this property has multiple summonses, the practical advantage is coordinating record research, hearing preparation and correction work as one property matter while still tracking each summons separately. Building Violation LLC can scope the relevant record research, OATH hearing preparation/representation, permit or legal-use review, licensed-trade or registered-professional coordination, correction documentation and Certificate of Correction/closeout work where those steps actually apply. Detailed technical research and project work begin only after the applicable scope, authorization and payment are established.

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Official government starting points

Verify the current OATH / DOB record

The source extract is a point-in-time record. Hearing dates, hearing status, penalties, correction status, permits and later agency filings can change. Use the official NYC systems below before making a decision or appearing at a hearing.

Verify OATH summons informationSearch by summons number, address or name in the official OATH Summons Finder.
Check DOB property records in BISReview DOB property profile, OATH/ECB violations, complaints, applications and other BIS records.
Review NYC DOB guidance for resolving a summons or violationOfficial DOB overview of OATH summons and DOB violation resolution.
Review Certificate of Correction guidanceOfficial DOB Certificate of Correction information and current process guidance.

General information / not legal advice: The explanatory and procedural information on this page is general information and does not constitute legal advice. Property-specific defenses, filing requirements and correction strategies should be verified based on the current agency record and the circumstances of the matter.

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