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

203 West 131 Street, Manhattan, NY 10027 — November 2026 NYC OATH Hearing & Violation Information

The resolved public-record dataset associates 6 DOB/ECB OATH summonses with 203 West 131 Street, Manhattan, NY 10027. The source records identify fire-safety condition, sidewalk shed / temporary construction protection, egress / fire-escape obstruction and hearing dates on November 23, 2026 and November 5, 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.

Fire-safety conditionSidewalk shed / temporary construction protectionEgress / fire-escape obstructionDOB/OATH code-compliance issue

Property and hearing summary

Actual property address
203 West 131 Street, Manhattan, NY 10027
Borough
Manhattan
BIN
1058710
BBL
1019370027 (1/1937/27)
Hearing month
November 2026
Violations on this page
6
Verified hearing date(s) in source extract
November 23, 2026, November 5, 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 summonsHearing date / timeSeverityRecord category
39558624Y
Normalized: 039558624Y		 November 5, 2026
8:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 Fire-safety condition
39558625X
Normalized: 039558625X		 November 5, 2026
9:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 Sidewalk shed / temporary construction protection
39558626H
Normalized: 039558626H		 November 5, 2026
10:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 Egress / fire-escape obstruction
39558627J
Normalized: 039558627J		 November 5, 2026
8:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 DOB/OATH code-compliance issue
39558631M
Normalized: 039558631M		 November 5, 2026
9:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 DOB/OATH code-compliance issue
39551140X
Normalized: 039551140X		 November 23, 2026
8:30 AM		 CLASS - 2 Sidewalk shed / temporary construction protection

How the summonses fit together at this property

This property has 6 separate summonses. Some can be coordinated as one property matter for research, correction planning and document gathering, but each summons remains tied to its own allegation and hearing information. The practical goal is to avoid solving only one piece of the property record while another summons or correction requirement remains open.

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 39558624Y — Fire-safety condition

Normalized lookup key: 039558624Y
OATH hearingNovember 5, 20268:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a fire-safety or fire-hazard condition.

Record context: source category Unknown, severity CLASS - 1, issued September 1, 2026.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT TIME OF INSPECTION, AT AN ACTIVE JOBSITE, OBSERVED WORKERS USING GRINDERS WITHOUT MANUFACTURER-REQUIRED GUARDS, CREATING A FIRE HAZARD FROM SPARKS AND AN INJURY HAZARD FROM FLYING PIECES AND CONTACT WITH THE

Issue date
September 1, 2026
Served date
September 1, 2026
Source violation type
Unknown
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 1N4
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at the inspection AT AN ACTIVE JOBSITE, OBSERVED WORKERS USING GRINDERS WITHOUT MANUFACTURER-REQUIRED GUARDS, CREATING A FIRE HAZARD FROM SPARKS AND AN INJURY HAZARD FROM FLYING PIECES AND CONTACT WITH THE.

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 2

Summons 39558625X — Sidewalk shed / temporary construction protection

Normalized lookup key: 039558625X
OATH hearingNovember 5, 20269:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a defect or code-compliance problem involving sidewalk-shed/scaffold protection. The inspector's description specifically references sidewalk shed, railing/guard condition, scaffold/shoring and exposure 1.

Specific record details: sidewalk shed, railing/guard condition, scaffold/shoring, exposure 1.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT TIME OF INSPECTION, OBSERVED SUPPORTED SCAFFOLD ABOVE SIDEWALK SHED AT EXPOSURE 1 WITH INADEQUATE GUARDRAIL SYSTEM, PLATFORM PLANKS WERE MISSING AND UNSECURED, AND MISSING PINS THROUGHOUT, CONTRARY TO BC 331

Issue date
September 1, 2026
Served date
September 1, 2026
Source violation type
Unknown
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 1P7
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at the inspection OBSERVED SUPPORTED SCAFFOLD ABOVE SIDEWALK SHED AT EXPOSURE 1 WITH INADEQUATE GUARDRAIL SYSTEM, PLATFORM PLANKS WERE MISSING AND UNSECURED, AND MISSING PINS THROUGHOUT, CONTRARY TO BC 331.

What this violation means

The allegation concerns a sidewalk shed, scaffold, overhead protection or related temporary construction protection that DOB says did not meet required safety or maintenance conditions.

What may be required to correct the condition

The cited shed/scaffold condition should be inspected against the approved temporary-construction documents and Chapter 33 requirements. Correction may involve immediate repair, lighting, edge protection, anchorage, dimensions, housekeeping or permit/document updates depending on the allegation.

What the OATH hearing may involve

At OATH, dated site photographs, the approved shed/scaffold drawings or permit, inspection logs, contractor records and proof of prompt correction can help establish what condition existed and how it was addressed.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Match the inspector's cited location and component to the approved temporary-construction setup, determine whether the condition was transient or ongoing, and verify permit/status information for the protection system. 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

  • sidewalk-shed/scaffold permit and approved drawings
  • site photographs from the inspection period
  • daily/site-safety inspection logs
  • contractor repair records
  • DOB inspection/reinspection records
Violation 3

Summons 39558626H — Egress / fire-escape obstruction

Normalized lookup key: 039558626H
OATH hearingNovember 5, 202610:30 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 Unknown, severity CLASS - 1, issued September 1, 2026.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT TIME OF INSPECTION, OBSERVED REQUIRED MEANS OF EGRESS STAIRWAYS AT MULTIPLE FLOORS NOT ADEQUATELY MAINTAINED AND IN PLACE DURING CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS, THEREBY FAILING TO PROVIDE EFFECTIVE MEANS OF EGRESS

Issue date
September 1, 2026
Served date
September 1, 2026
Source violation type
Unknown
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 1P7
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at the inspection OBSERVED REQUIRED MEANS OF EGRESS STAIRWAYS AT MULTIPLE FLOORS NOT ADEQUATELY MAINTAINED AND IN PLACE DURING CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS, THEREBY FAILING TO PROVIDE EFFECTIVE MEANS OF EGRESS.

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 4

Summons 39558627J — DOB/OATH code-compliance issue

Normalized lookup key: 039558627J
OATH hearingNovember 5, 20268:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a dob/oath code-compliance issue condition.

Record context: source category Unknown, severity CLASS - 1, issued September 1, 2026.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT TIME OF INSPECTION, OBSERVED MATERIAL HOIST INSTALLED AND IN USE AT STAIRWAY. UPON REQUEST FOR DESIGN DRAWING, NONE WERE MADE AVAILABLE CONTRARY TO BC 3301.6.5. STOP ALL USE OF MATERIAL HOIST.PROVIDE DESIGN

Issue date
September 1, 2026
Served date
September 1, 2026
Source violation type
Unknown
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 1P7
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at the inspection OBSERVED MATERIAL HOIST INSTALLED AND IN USE AT STAIRWAY. UPON REQUEST FOR DESIGN DRAWING, NONE WERE MADE AVAILABLE CONTRARY TO BC 3301.6.5. STOP ALL USE OF MATERIAL HOIST.PROVIDE DESIGN.

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 39558631M — DOB/OATH code-compliance issue

Normalized lookup key: 039558631M
OATH hearingNovember 5, 20269:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a dob/oath code-compliance issue condition.

Record context: source category Unknown, severity CLASS - 1, issued September 1, 2026.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED, ACTIVE JOBSITE MISSING GUARDRAILS SYSTEMS THROUGHOUT STAIRWAYS ON ALL FLOORS CONTRARY TO BC 3308.7. CREATING FALL AND STRUCK BY HAZARDS FOR WORKERS AND FOR FIRST RESPONDERS.

Issue date
September 1, 2026
Served date
September 1, 2026
Source violation type
Unknown
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 1P7
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at the time of inspection observed, active jobsite missing guardrails systems throughout stairways on all floors contrary to bc 3308.7. creating fall and struck by hazards for workers and for first responders.

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 6

Summons 39551140X — Sidewalk shed / temporary construction protection

Normalized lookup key: 039551140X
OATH hearingNovember 23, 20268:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a defect or code-compliance problem involving sidewalk-shed/scaffold protection.

Record context: source category Construction, severity CLASS - 2, issued March 3, 2026.

Full violation description from the source extract

UPON ARRIVAL OF A SAFETY COMPLIANCE SITE I OBSERVED THAT THERE WERE NO VISIBLE PERMITS FOR THE PORTA POT THAT IS LOCATED AT EXPO # 1 , IN ADDITION THERE WERE NO VISIBLE SIGNS FOR THE PEDESTRIAN DETOUR AS PER

Issue date
March 3, 2026
Served date
March 3, 2026
Source violation type
Construction
Severity
CLASS - 2
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 223 — BC 3307.6,27-1021 SIDEWALK SHED DOES NOT MEET CODE SPECIFICATIONS
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning observed THAT THERE WERE NO VISIBLE PERMITS FOR THE PORTA POT THAT IS LOCATED AT EXPO # 1 , IN ADDITION THERE WERE NO VISIBLE SIGNS FOR THE PEDESTRIAN DETOUR AS PER.

What this violation means

The allegation concerns a sidewalk shed, scaffold, overhead protection or related temporary construction protection that DOB says did not meet required safety or maintenance conditions.

What may be required to correct the condition

The cited shed/scaffold condition should be inspected against the approved temporary-construction documents and Chapter 33 requirements. Correction may involve immediate repair, lighting, edge protection, anchorage, dimensions, housekeeping or permit/document updates depending on the allegation.

What the OATH hearing may involve

At OATH, dated site photographs, the approved shed/scaffold drawings or permit, inspection logs, contractor records and proof of prompt correction can help establish what condition existed and how it was addressed.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Match the inspector's cited location and component to the approved temporary-construction setup, determine whether the condition was transient or ongoing, and verify permit/status information for the protection system.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

  • sidewalk-shed/scaffold permit and approved drawings
  • site photographs from the inspection period
  • daily/site-safety inspection logs
  • contractor repair records
  • DOB inspection/reinspection records
Property-specific resolution support

How Building Violation LLC may help at 203 West 131 Street, Manhattan, NY 10027

For 203 West 131 Street, Manhattan, NY 10027, the current source extract points to fire-safety condition, sidewalk shed / temporary construction protection, egress / fire-escape obstruction. 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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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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