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

505-507 West 181 Street, Manhattan, NY 10033 — November 2026 NYC OATH Hearing & Violation Information

The resolved public-record dataset associates 4 DOB/ECB OATH summonses with 505-507 West 181 Street, Manhattan, NY 10033. The source records identify elevator compliance / maintenance, structural or exterior maintenance, fire-safety condition and hearing dates on November 30, 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.

Elevator compliance / maintenanceStructural or exterior maintenanceFire-safety conditionEgress / fire-escape obstruction

Property and hearing summary

Actual property address
505-507 West 181 Street, Manhattan, NY 10033
Borough
Manhattan
BIN
1063701
BBL
1021550026 (1/2155/26)
Hearing month
November 2026
Violations on this page
4
Verified hearing date(s) in source extract
November 30, 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
39153074N
Normalized: 039153074N		 November 5, 2026
8:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 Elevator compliance / maintenance
39142714Z
Normalized: 039142714Z		 November 30, 2026
8:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 Structural or exterior maintenance
39142756R
Normalized: 039142756R		 November 30, 2026
8:30 AM		 CLASS - 2 Fire-safety condition
39142762N
Normalized: 039142762N		 November 30, 2026
8:30 AM		 CLASS - 1 Egress / fire-escape obstruction

How the summonses fit together at this property

This property has 4 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. Several descriptions point to the same area (roof), which is a sign the summonses may be factually connected. 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 39153074N — Elevator compliance / maintenance

Normalized lookup key: 039153074N
OATH hearingNovember 5, 20268:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges an elevator maintenance, equipment or operational safety condition.

Record context: source category Elevators, severity CLASS - 1, issued July 8, 2025.

Full violation description from the source extract

UPON RE-INSECTION OF THE DEVICE IS NOT RESTORED TO SERVICE RUCURING CONDITION. REMEDY: REPAIR DEVICE THEN CONTACTNYCDOB FOR RE-INSPECTION

Issue date
July 8, 2025
Served date
July 8, 2025
Source violation type
Elevators
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 151 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER: SERVICE EQUIPME
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning upon re-insection of the device is not restored to service rucuring condition.

What this violation means

This summons concerns elevator equipment, maintenance or operational safety. Elevator violations are often tied to a specific device condition and should be evaluated by the responsible licensed elevator agency or other qualified elevator professional.

What may be required to correct the condition

The cited elevator component or maintenance issue should be inspected and corrected by the appropriate licensed elevator contractor/agency. Depending on the record, DOB NOW: Safety filings, tests, inspection documentation or proof of correction may also be needed.

What the OATH hearing may involve

At OATH, the equipment condition on the inspection date, maintenance/test records, device history, photographs or service reports, and proof of timely correction may be relevant.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Confirm the device/elevator involved, the exact cited defect, maintenance and test history, whether the elevator was taken out of service if required, and whether later inspection or repair records document the condition.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

  • elevator maintenance and service logs
  • inspection/test records
  • licensed-elevator-contractor repair documentation
  • photographs where useful
  • DOB NOW/BIS device and violation records
Violation 2

Summons 39142714Z — Structural or exterior maintenance

Normalized lookup key: 039142714Z
OATH hearingNovember 30, 20268:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a maintenance or safety defect involving a structural/exterior building component. The inspector's description specifically references roof.

Specific record details: roof.

Full violation description from the source extract

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING - APPURTENANCE - GRAVITY TANK AT ROOF-TOP LEVEL CURRENTLY LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK AND DRAINING INTO THE ROOF-DRAIN - SYSTEM TIED INTO THEIR SPRINKLER / FIRE ALARM SYSTEM, M

Issue date
March 25, 2025
Served date
March 25, 2025
Source violation type
Construction
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 104 — 28-302.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG WALL(S) OR APPURTENANCES
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning failure to maintain building - appurtenance - gravity tank at roof-top level currently leaking from the top of the tank and draining into the roof-drain - system tied into their sprinkler / fire alarm system, m.

What this violation means

This violation concerns maintenance of a structural, masonry, exterior-wall, railing, parapet or similar building component. The significance depends on the exact defect and whether it presents a falling, stability or weather-protection hazard.

What may be required to correct the condition

The condition should be evaluated by the appropriate qualified contractor and, where structural judgment is required, a registered architect or professional engineer. Repairs may require drawings, permits, probes, controlled-access protection or inspections depending on the scope.

What the OATH hearing may involve

The hearing may involve the physical condition observed, its location and severity, photographs, professional reports, maintenance history and proof of repair.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Confirm the exact component and location, whether the defect existed as described, whether emergency protection was installed, and whether a professional assessment or later repair documents the true condition.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

  • dated photographs
  • architect/engineer reports if structural issues are involved
  • repair contracts/invoices
  • permits and inspection records
  • maintenance or prior repair records
Violation 3

Summons 39142756R — Fire-safety condition

Normalized lookup key: 039142756R
OATH hearingNovember 30, 20268:30 AM
Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

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

Specific record details: roof.

Full violation description from the source extract

OBSERVED ON THE ROOF WATER TANK LEAKING, SPRINKLER SYSTEM COMPROMISED ,LACK WATER PRESSURE IN THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, TAMPER SWITCH VALVE CLOSED TO THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, WATER PUMP THAT SUPPLY WATER TO ROOF TANK

Issue date
March 25, 2025
Served date
March 25, 2025
Source violation type
Construction
Severity
CLASS - 2
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 202 — 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 observed on the roof water tank leaking, sprinkler system compromised ,lack water pressure in the sprinkler system, tamper switch valve closed to the sprinkler system, water pump that supply water to roof tank.

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 39142762N — Egress / fire-escape obstruction

Normalized lookup key: 039142762N
OATH hearingNovember 30, 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. The inspector's description specifically references debris/housekeeping.

Specific record details: debris/housekeeping.

Full violation description from the source extract

FAILURE TO PROVIDE CLEAR EGRESS PASSAGEWAY - EXIT DESIGNATED AS EGRESS WAS BLOCKED BY DEBRIS DEOM THE PREMISES COMPROMISSING EGRESS, REMOVE OBSTRUCTION

Issue date
March 25, 2025
Served date
March 25, 2025
Source violation type
Construction
Severity
CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract
PENDING
Infraction / law references in source extract:
  • 127 — 27-369,BC 1020.2 FAIL TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY
General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning failure to provide clear egress passageway - exit designated as egress was blocked by debris deom the premises compromissing egress, remove obstruction.

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
Property-specific resolution support

How Building Violation LLC may help at 505-507 West 181 Street, Manhattan, NY 10033

For 505-507 West 181 Street, Manhattan, NY 10033, the current source extract points to elevator compliance / maintenance, structural or exterior maintenance, 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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