What DOB is alleging at this property
This October hearing page is not just a schedule entry. The supplied DOB extract contains 7 summons records for this property identifier. The charge mix is: 5 Work Without a Permit summonses; Egress / Exit Obstruction; Failure to Maintain. The hearing dates are October 14, 2026, October 7, 2026; the source issue date(s) are May 14, 2026, May 15, 2026.
Important: The discussion below identifies correction paths, hearing issues and evidence worth investigating from the summons data. It does not state that a defense will succeed. OATH decides liability from the evidence and law presented in the case.
Work Without a Permit — Summons 39188773M
CLASS - 2 · Issued May 14, 2026; hearing October 7, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: WORK WITHOUT PERMIT NOTED: PLUMBING, BATHROOMS ON ROOF, ALL ASSOCIATED PLUMBING INCLUDING HOT AND COLD WATER SUPPLY AND WASTE LINES INSTALLED WITHOUT DOB APPROVAL., OBTAIN ALL PERMITS
Cited provision(s): 201 — 28-105.1 WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The correction path usually starts by determining whether the observed work required a permit and whether the condition can legally remain. If it can remain, legalization may require plans, a filing, permit, inspections and closeout; if it cannot or the owner does not want to legalize it, restoration to a lawful condition may be required.
Hearing issues to verify
- Did a valid permit already cover the exact work described by the inspector on the issue date?
- Was the cited activity actually permit-required work, or was it maintenance / exempt work under the applicable facts?
- Do the approved drawings, permit scope and inspection history match the condition the inspector described?
- If a Stop Work Order was issued, was the work stopped and was any later work performed only after the required authorization?
Evidence that may matter
- Permit and DOB NOW/BIS job records that predate the inspection
- Approved plans and amendments showing the cited work
- Dated photographs of the condition and construction stage
- Contracts, invoices and contractor statements establishing what work was actually performed
- Inspection / sign-off records if the work was subsequently legalized
Work Without a Permit — Summons 39188774Y
CLASS - 1 · Issued May 14, 2026; hearing October 7, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: WWOP AT 1ST FLOOR STEEL FABRICATION SHOP A NEW MEZZANINE HAS BEEN INSTALLED AT REAR OF SHOP CURRENTLY HOUSING OFFICE ASSOCIATED WITH FABRICATION SHOP. ADDITIONALLY STRUCTURAL STEEL COLUMNS AND BEAMS HAVE BEEN A
Cited provision(s): 101 — 28-105.1 WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The correction path usually starts by determining whether the observed work required a permit and whether the condition can legally remain. If it can remain, legalization may require plans, a filing, permit, inspections and closeout; if it cannot or the owner does not want to legalize it, restoration to a lawful condition may be required.
Hearing issues to verify
- Did a valid permit already cover the exact work described by the inspector on the issue date?
- Was the cited activity actually permit-required work, or was it maintenance / exempt work under the applicable facts?
- Do the approved drawings, permit scope and inspection history match the condition the inspector described?
- If a Stop Work Order was issued, was the work stopped and was any later work performed only after the required authorization?
Evidence that may matter
- Permit and DOB NOW/BIS job records that predate the inspection
- Approved plans and amendments showing the cited work
- Dated photographs of the condition and construction stage
- Contracts, invoices and contractor statements establishing what work was actually performed
- Inspection / sign-off records if the work was subsequently legalized
Work Without a Permit — Summons 39188768H
CLASS - 1 · Issued May 15, 2026; hearing October 14, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: WWOP NOTED: GENERAL CONSTRUCTION, OBSERVED STRUCTURES ERECTED AT ROOFTOP TO CREATE MEN'S AND LADIES BATHROOMS AND BAR LIKE STRUCTURE. FULL HEIGHT PARTITIONS, CEILING ASSEMBLIES, FLOORS INSTALLED WITHOUT A PERMI
Cited provision(s): 101 — 28-105.1 WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The correction path usually starts by determining whether the observed work required a permit and whether the condition can legally remain. If it can remain, legalization may require plans, a filing, permit, inspections and closeout; if it cannot or the owner does not want to legalize it, restoration to a lawful condition may be required.
Hearing issues to verify
- Did a valid permit already cover the exact work described by the inspector on the issue date?
- Was the cited activity actually permit-required work, or was it maintenance / exempt work under the applicable facts?
- Do the approved drawings, permit scope and inspection history match the condition the inspector described?
- If a Stop Work Order was issued, was the work stopped and was any later work performed only after the required authorization?
Evidence that may matter
- Permit and DOB NOW/BIS job records that predate the inspection
- Approved plans and amendments showing the cited work
- Dated photographs of the condition and construction stage
- Contracts, invoices and contractor statements establishing what work was actually performed
- Inspection / sign-off records if the work was subsequently legalized
Egress / Exit Obstruction — Summons 39188769J
CLASS - 1 · Issued May 14, 2026; hearing October 14, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY. ROLL DOWN GATES OVER PRIMARY EGRESS DOORS AT EXP #1 ARE 100% OBSTRUCTING EGRESS AT HIGH OCCUPANCY BUILDING CREATING AN IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS LIFE SAFETY CONDITIO
Cited provision(s): 127 — 27-369,BC 1020.2 FAIL TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY
How this type of condition is typically resolved
Egress charges are generally corrected by removing the obstruction or restoring the required exit width/path and then documenting that the means of egress is clear and code compliant.
Hearing issues to verify
- Was the cited passageway actually required egress for the affected occupancy?
- Did the alleged obstruction exist when the inspector observed it?
- Was the condition immediately removed and can the timing be documented?
Evidence that may matter
- Dated photographs showing the exit path
- Approved floor/egress plans
- Building or security logs
- Statements or work records documenting removal of stored items/obstructions
Failure to Maintain — Summons 39188770R
CLASS - 1 · Issued May 14, 2026; hearing October 14, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER NOTED: MINIMUM 6 FEET CLEARANCE FOR FDNY USE AT ROOFTOP OF BUILDING IS NOT PRESENT AND IS NOT POSSIBLE DUE TO PRESENCE OF UNAUTHORIZED STRUCTURES ON ROOFTOP
Cited provision(s): 102 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER
How this type of condition is typically resolved
Failure-to-maintain charges are fact-specific. The owner should identify the exact building component or service equipment cited, repair the condition, and document the repair with evidence tied to the inspection location/date.
Hearing issues to verify
- Does the description accurately identify the component, location and condition?
- Was the condition already repaired or not present when the summons was issued?
- Was another party responsible for maintenance under facts that are legally relevant to the respondent's liability?
Evidence that may matter
- Dated before/after photographs
- Repair invoices and contractor statements
- Professional inspection/report when structural or technical conditions are involved
- Maintenance logs and prior inspection records
Work Without a Permit — Summons 39188771Z
CLASS - 1 · Issued May 14, 2026; hearing October 14, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: WORK DOES NOT CONFORM TO APPROVED CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AND OR APPROVED AMENDMENT - SIGNED OFF JOB # 321197236 IDENTIFIES 2 HOUR RATED ASSEMBLY AROUND STRUCTURAL STEEL COLUMNS AND BEAMS AT 1ST FLOOR STEEL FABR
Cited provision(s): 182 — 28-105.12.2 WORK DOES NOT CONFORM TO APPROVED CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AND/OR APPROV
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The correction path usually starts by determining whether the observed work required a permit and whether the condition can legally remain. If it can remain, legalization may require plans, a filing, permit, inspections and closeout; if it cannot or the owner does not want to legalize it, restoration to a lawful condition may be required.
Hearing issues to verify
- Did a valid permit already cover the exact work described by the inspector on the issue date?
- Was the cited activity actually permit-required work, or was it maintenance / exempt work under the applicable facts?
- Do the approved drawings, permit scope and inspection history match the condition the inspector described?
- If a Stop Work Order was issued, was the work stopped and was any later work performed only after the required authorization?
Evidence that may matter
- Permit and DOB NOW/BIS job records that predate the inspection
- Approved plans and amendments showing the cited work
- Dated photographs of the condition and construction stage
- Contracts, invoices and contractor statements establishing what work was actually performed
- Inspection / sign-off records if the work was subsequently legalized
Work Without a Permit — Summons 39188772K
CLASS - 2 · Issued May 14, 2026; hearing October 14, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: WORK WITHOUT PERMIT NOTED: AT TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED ELECTRICAL WORK DONE CONSISTING OF LIGHTING AND RECEPTACLES ASSOCIATED WITH NEW BATHROOMS CREATED AT ROOF, INSTALLED. NO PERMITS ON FILE., OBTAIN ALL PE
Cited provision(s): 201 — 28-105.1 WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The correction path usually starts by determining whether the observed work required a permit and whether the condition can legally remain. If it can remain, legalization may require plans, a filing, permit, inspections and closeout; if it cannot or the owner does not want to legalize it, restoration to a lawful condition may be required.
Hearing issues to verify
- Did a valid permit already cover the exact work described by the inspector on the issue date?
- Was the cited activity actually permit-required work, or was it maintenance / exempt work under the applicable facts?
- Do the approved drawings, permit scope and inspection history match the condition the inspector described?
- If a Stop Work Order was issued, was the work stopped and was any later work performed only after the required authorization?
Evidence that may matter
- Permit and DOB NOW/BIS job records that predate the inspection
- Approved plans and amendments showing the cited work
- Dated photographs of the condition and construction stage
- Contracts, invoices and contractor statements establishing what work was actually performed
- Inspection / sign-off records if the work was subsequently legalized
Case-specific next step
For this property, the first paid review should reconcile the 7 October summons records against the current OATH/DOB record, identify which alleged conditions remain open, and separate the hearing defense from the DOB correction / certification work. That prevents paying for correction work that does not address the actual charge—or appearing at OATH without the documents needed for the cited condition.
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