Certificate of Correction
A Certificate of Correction is documentation submitted to a city agency demonstrating that a violating condition has been corrected. Once accepted by the issuing agency, the violation may be marked…
Certificate of Fitness (CofF)
A certification issued by the FDNY demonstrating that an individual is qualified to perform specific fire safety-related duties, such as operating fire protection systems, supervising construction sites, or serving as…
Certificate of No Harassment (CONH)
An HPD certification required for certain buildings before major alteration or demolition permits can be issued. It confirms that tenants were not unlawfully harassed or forced to vacate in order…
Certificate Of Occupancy
A Certificate of Occupancy (CO or CofO) is an official document issued by Department of Buildings. It certifies the legal usage and occupancy of the building. Properties must be used…
Class 1 Violation
A Class 1 violation is the most severe category of DOB ECB violation and indicates an immediately hazardous condition. Property owners are generally required to correct and certify these violations…
Class 2 Violation
A Class 2 DOB ECB violation identifies a major violation that is not considered immediately hazardous but still requires correction. Failure to address a Class 2 violation can lead to…
Class 3 Violation
A Class 3 DOB ECB violation is a lesser violation that generally relates to administrative or maintenance issues. While considered the least severe classification, owners are still responsible for correcting…
Class A Violation
A non-hazardous HPD violation issued for conditions that do not pose an immediate threat to health or safety, such as minor maintenance or administrative issues. These violations generally have the…
Class B Violation
A hazardous HPD violation issued for conditions that could affect the health or safety of occupants if left uncorrected, such as certain plumbing, electrical, or maintenance deficiencies. These violations must…
Class C Violation
The most serious category of HPD violation, issued for immediately hazardous conditions that must be corrected promptly, such as lack of heat, lead hazards, or dangerous structural conditions.
Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ)
A New York City program that divides the city into geographic waste collection zones served by designated private waste haulers. The program is intended to improve safety, reduce truck traffic…
Construction Code
The collective body of laws and regulations governing the design, construction, alteration, maintenance, and occupancy of buildings in New York City. The NYC Construction Codes include the Building Code, Plumbing…