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Search by the law section on your notice, the OATH infraction code or the actual condition described by a DOB inspector. The library is organized to make specific building-violation questions easier to research.

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Law-section guides

Sections cited in the dataset, including historical and combined citations.

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Scenario guides

Condition-focused explanations derived from descriptions of alleged violations.

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Important distinction: An infraction code, a law section and the inspector’s narrative describe different aspects of a summons. We provide separate lookup paths to avoid confusing them. Source narratives are truncated and are not findings by this company; the actual notice and relevant regulations control.

Commonly cited law sections

28-301.1

Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner

1,493 source records

28-105.1

Work without a permit

1,099 source records

28-204.4

Fail to comply w/commissioner order to file cert of correction w/dob

573 source records

28-118.3.2

Occ contrary to that allowed by the c of o or dob records

391 source records

28-201.1

Unlawful acts. failure to comply with an order of the commissioner

268 source records

27-3018(B)

Electrical work without a permit

240 source records

28-105.12.2

Wrk doesn't conform to approv docs and/or approv amendments

142 source records

28-302.1

Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances

100 source records

Frequently observed enforcement situations

What this library can and cannot tell you

It helps you recognize a cited issue, identify documents to collect and understand the difference between resolving an OATH case and obtaining a DOB Certificate of Correction. It does not replace site inspection, professional engineering or architectural judgment, legal advice or agency determinations. A scenario included here is not evidence of an actual case outcome.

General DOB/OATH resolution pathway

  1. Identify the controlling documents. Locate the actual summons, inspector narrative, cited rule, OATH hearing date and any related DOB orders. The same code label can cover distinct situations.
  2. Address immediate risks. If the condition poses a safety threat or is subject to a stop-work or vacate order, comply with applicable restrictions and obtain appropriate professional assistance promptly.
  3. Select a supportable corrective approach. That may involve stopping a use, repairing or removing unauthorized work, obtaining permits, inspections or professional evaluation. Legalization is not assured.
  4. Separate hearing response from DOB correction. Respond to OATH as required. A payment or hearing outcome does not automatically establish that all DOB correction requirements are satisfied.
  5. Document and certify correction. Where required, submit the Certificate of Correction through DOB NOW: Safety → Violations & Notices of Deficiency, including the proper attestations and applicable evidence. Monitor DOB status after submission.

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