Summons 39558454K — DOB/OATH code-compliance issue
Normalized lookup key: 039558454KWhat DOB alleges
DOB alleges a dob/oath code-compliance issue condition. The inspector's description specifically references cellar and second floor.
Specific record details: cellar, second floor.
Full violation description from the source extract
A 2-STORY BUILDING, AN ACTIVE JOB SITE WAS OBSERVED. THE STAIRWAY FROM THE 2ND FLOOR TO THE CELLAR LACKED A REQUIRED HANDRAIL, CREATING A HAZARD TO WORKERS AND PERSONS ACCESSING THE AREA. BC 3301.2 THE 2ND-FLOO
- Issue date
- August 27, 2026
- Served date
- August 27, 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 a 2-story building, an active job site was observed. the stairway from the 2nd floor to the cellar lacked a required handrail, creating a hazard to workers and persons accessing the area. bc 3301.2 the 2nd-floo.
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