Infraction code 189
This is an infraction-code identifier present in the enforcement export. It must not be confused with the separately cited law section.
40 source record(s)Associated legal sections
The codes below are recorded together with this infraction identifier in the dataset; always verify them on the original summons.
- 28-301.1 — 40 matching citation(s), source description: Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner
Associated enforcement scenarios
Blocked exits or egress routes
20 related allegations in the source sample.
Short-term rental or transient occupancy
18 related allegations in the source sample.
Illegal cellar dwelling or apartment
1 related allegations in the source sample.
Elevator hoistway door and locking issues
1 related allegations in the source sample.
General DOB/OATH resolution pathway
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Official reference links
- NYC DOB: OATH Summonses
- NYC DOB: Certificate of Correction FAQ
- NYC DOB: OATH Hearing & Penalties
- NYC OATH: Hearings and Defaults
- NYC DOB: Codes
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The infraction code is an administrative classification, not the operative legal text. Resolve the accompanying law-section citation and exact summons wording before selecting a statute or defense. Identical numeric codes can appear in different enforcement contexts or code revisions.
Applicable code context: Unresolved/combined authority. The export law field does not by itself identify a single verified operative provision. It may be combined, abbreviated or unspecified.
How to test the legal elements: Read the original summons for the exact charge/subsection and code edition, and compare against on-site facts.
Exceptions / limits: No exemption, filing route or technical compliance conclusion should be presented as established for this unresolved citation. Do not infer applicability from an export shorthand label; read the applicable code edition and the entire summons.
Before a Certificate of Correction is prepared, collect the actual summons, dated proof addressing each charged condition, any required permits/inspection evidence, and required authorized statements. The alleged inspection history is not proven by an excerpt.
Authorities: NYC DOB construction codes · OATH Summons Finder instructions (download actual summons) · Certificate of Correction instructions.