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

677 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216 — November 2026 NYC OATH Hearing & Violation Information

The resolved public-record dataset associates 4 DOB/ECB OATH summonses with 677 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216. The source records identify boiler compliance, plumbing or gas work without a permit, work without a permit and a hearing date of November 25, 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.

Boiler compliancePlumbing or gas work without a permitWork without a permit

Property and hearing summary

Actual property address: 677 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Borough: Brooklyn
BIN: 3031447
BBL: 3012380066 (3/1238/66)
Hearing month: November 2026
Violations on this page: 4
Verified hearing date(s) in source extract: November 25, 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
39204013R Normalized: 039204013R	November 25, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 1	Boiler compliance
39204014Z Normalized: 039204014Z	November 25, 2026 9:30 AM	CLASS - 1	Plumbing or gas work without a permit
39204015K Normalized: 039204015K	November 25, 2026 10:30 AM	CLASS - 2	Boiler compliance
39204016M Normalized: 039204016M	November 25, 2026 8:30 AM	CLASS - 1	Work without a permit

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 (cellar), 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 39204013R — Boiler compliance

Normalized lookup key: 039204013R

OATH hearingNovember 25, 20268:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a boiler equipment or compliance condition. The inspector's description specifically references cellar, front area, electrical wiring/equipment and boiler room.

Specific record details: cellar, front area, electrical wiring/equipment, boiler room.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT THE CELLAR OF THE BUILDING, OBSERVED UNSAFE AND UNSUITABLE ELECTRICAL EQUIPTMENT. IN THE BOILER ROOM AND FRONT CELLAR, OBSERVED ELECTRICAL BOXES WITH EXPOSED WIRES. THIS CONDITION CREATES A POTENTIAL SHOCK A

Issue date: September 14, 2026
Served date: September 14, 2026
Source violation type: Unknown
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

1D2 — EC 110.2(A) UNAPPROVED/UNSAFE/UNSUITABLE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OR WIRING IN USE

General explanation / matters to verify

Record-specific focus: Before choosing a correction or hearing strategy, verify the source allegation concerning at the cellar of the building, observed unsafe and unsuitable electrical equiptment. in the boiler room and front cellar, observed electrical boxes with exposed wires. this condition creates a potential shock a.

What this violation means

This summons concerns boiler equipment, inspection/filing obligations or another boiler-safety requirement. The correct path depends on whether the issue is a physical equipment condition, a missed compliance filing, an unregistered device or a permit-related problem.

What may be required to correct the condition

Verify the boiler/device record and the exact compliance obligation. A qualified boiler professional may need to inspect or repair the equipment, complete the required DOB NOW: Safety filing, address civil penalties, or correct device/permit records before the violation can be resolved. Because electrical work is mentioned, any correction plan should separately verify whether licensed electrical work, filing or inspection is required.

What the OATH hearing may involve

Useful hearing records may include the boiler inspection filing history, device status, repair records, proof of timely filing, and evidence showing whether the cited obligation applied during the relevant cycle.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Determine whether the issue is physical, filing-based or registration/permit-based; verify the applicable cycle and device; and confirm any later accepted filing or correction. 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 NOW boiler/device record
inspection reports and accepted filings
repair/service documentation
permit or registration records
proof of correction/payment/waiver where applicable

Violation 2

Summons 39204014Z — Plumbing or gas work without a permit

Normalized lookup key: 039204014Z

OATH hearingNovember 25, 20269:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges that plumbing and/or gas work was installed without the required permit. The inspector's description specifically references cellar and plumbing lines/fixtures.

Specific record details: cellar, plumbing lines/fixtures.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT CELLAR , OBSERVED (2) NEW A.O. SMITH HWHS INSTALLED WITHOUT A PERMIT. THE MANUFACTURING DATES OF THE UNITS ARE 12/10/2025 AND 02/20/2026. THERE IS ONE PLUMBING JOB# B01324352-I1-PL, WHICH LISTS THE HWHS EXIS

Issue date: September 14, 2026
Served date: September 14, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

101 — 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 cellar , observed (2) new a.o. smith hwhs installed without a permit. the manufacturing dates of the units are 12/10/2025 and 02/20/2026. there is one plumbing job# b01324352-i1-pl, which lists the hwhs exis.

What this violation means

This summons concerns plumbing and/or gas work that DOB says was installed without the required permit. The cited fixtures, water/waste piping or gas piping should be compared with the legal plans and permit history.

What may be required to correct the condition

Depending on the condition, a New York City licensed master plumber and, where design work is involved, a registered design professional may need to determine whether the installation can be legalized or must be removed/restored. Permits, pressure/testing requirements, inspections and closeout may apply.

What the OATH hearing may involve

For the hearing, records showing whether the plumbing/gas scope was permitted, when it was installed, who performed it, and whether the cited fixtures or lines existed as described can be important. Correction evidence does not automatically resolve every hearing issue, but it can be relevant.

Possible defenses or factual issues worth investigating

Check existing plumbing/gas permits, approved plans, the exact fixtures and piping described, and whether the cited work is part of a broader occupancy or conversion condition. If gas piping is involved, do not assume it can remain without licensed review.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

plumbing/gas permits and approved plans
licensed-plumber records, invoices or test documentation
photographs of the cited fixtures and piping
inspection/sign-off records
proof of correction and Certificate of Correction materials where applicable

Violation 3

Summons 39204015K — Boiler compliance

Normalized lookup key: 039204015K

OATH hearingNovember 25, 202610:30 AM

Source-record facts

What DOB alleges

DOB alleges a boiler equipment or compliance condition. The inspector's description specifically references cellar.

Specific record details: cellar.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT THE CELLAR OF THE BUILDING, OBSERVED FAILURE TO MAINTAIN. THE PIPING ASSOCIATED WITH THE PLP GAS METER SERVING THE HOT WATER HEATER (HWHS) AND BOILER. A FAINT ODOR OF GAS WAS DETECTED AT AN ELBOW CONNECTION

Issue date: September 14, 2026
Served date: September 14, 2026
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 at the cellar of the building, observed failure to maintain. the piping associated with the plp gas meter serving the hot water heater (hwhs) and boiler. a faint odor of gas was detected at an elbow connection.

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

Determine whether the issue is physical, filing-based or registration/permit-based; verify the applicable cycle and device; and confirm any later accepted filing or correction.

Documents and evidence that may be useful

DOB NOW boiler/device record
inspection reports and accepted filings
repair/service documentation
permit or registration records
proof of correction/payment/waiver where applicable

Violation 4

Summons 39204016M — Work without a permit

Normalized lookup key: 039204016M

OATH hearingNovember 25, 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 cellar, partition walls and boiler room.

Specific record details: cellar, partition walls, boiler room.

Full violation description from the source extract

AT THE CELLAR OF THE BUILDING, OBSERVED WORK PERFORMED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED PERMIT. THE BOILER ROOM FPSC DOOR WAS REMOVED AND THE OPENING WAS SEALED WITH PARTITIONS AND WALLBOARD. IN ADDITION, A NEW OPENING WAS

Issue date: September 14, 2026
Served date: September 14, 2026
Source violation type: Construction
Severity: CLASS - 1
Hearing status in source extract: PENDING

Infraction / law references in source extract:

101 — 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 the cellar of the building, observed work performed without the required permit. the boiler room fpsc door was removed and the opening was sealed with partitions and wallboard. in addition, a new opening was.

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

Property-specific resolution support

How Building Violation LLC may help at 677 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216

For 677 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216, the current source extract points to boiler compliance, plumbing or gas work without a permit, work without a permit. 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.
Open DOB NOW: Safety guidanceOfficial starting point for applicable DOB NOW: Safety compliance and violation workflows.

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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