Administrative Code
The collection of local laws enacted by the New York City Council that govern a wide range of subjects, including building safety, housing maintenance, zoning, and environmental regulations.
AEP – Alternative Enforcement Program
HPD’s Alternative Enforcement Program is a method of enhanced enforcement for 250 of the city’s most distressed residential buildings each year. Buildings are selected for the program based on the…
AEUHAZ Violation
A DOB AEUHAZ violation is issued when a DOB Class 1 (immediately hazardous) violation is not corrected and certified within the required timeframe. These violations carry a $5,000 civil penalty…
After Hours Variance (AHV)
A permit issued by the Department of Buildings allowing approved construction work to be performed outside of normal permitted working hours when specific conditions are met.
Aggravated Offense
When a Building Department ECB violation is marked as Aggravated Offence Level 1 or Aggravated Offense Level 2 it means that the violation will be receiving elevated penalties due to…
Alteration Type 1 (Alt-1)
A construction application involving work that changes a building’s use, occupancy, or egress, and typically requires a new or amended Certificate of Occupancy upon completion.
Alteration Type 2 (Alt-2)
A construction application for work that does not change a building’s use, occupancy, or egress, but still requires DOB approval and permits before work begins.
Alteration Type 3 (Alt-3)
A construction application for minor work that generally requires one or more work permits but does not involve plan examination by the Department of Buildings.
Applicant of Record (AOR)
The Registered Design Professional responsible for filing a construction application with the Department of Buildings and overseeing the project’s compliance with approved plans, applicable codes, and filing requirements. The AOR…