B Units

Residential units intended for temporary occupancy, such as hotel, lodging house, or rooming house accommodations. Unlike Class A units, they are not intended for permanent residence. Class B units may…

BBL

BBL = Borough, Block, and Lot. Unique identifiers for every property in NYC.

Bed Bug Annual Report

An annual report that owners of  multiple dwellings with 3 or more units must file with HPD disclosing the number of dwelling units infested with bed bugs, treated for bed…

BIN

A Building Identification Number is assigned to each building in NYC by Department of Buildings.

Borough Block and Lot (BBL)

A unique numerical identifier assigned to every tax lot in New York City, consisting of the borough, block, and lot numbers. It is commonly used to identify and search property…

Building Code

The portion of the NYC Construction Codes that establishes minimum requirements for the design, construction, alteration, and safety of buildings to protect public health, safety, and welfare.

Building Information System (BIS)

The Department of Buildings’ legacy online database containing building records, permits, violations, complaints, inspections, Certificates of Occupancy, and other property information for many buildings in New York City.