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…
Construction Fence
A temporary barrier installed around a construction site to protect the public by restricting access to hazardous areas and helping contain construction activities.
Construction Superintendent
A qualified individual responsible for supervising construction work on certain projects and ensuring the work complies with approved plans, the Building Code, and DOB regulations.
Cooling Tower Registration
The process of registering a building’s cooling tower with the NYC Department of Buildings and complying with required inspections, testing, cleaning, maintenance, and annual certification to help prevent the spread…
Corrective Action Request (CAR)
A notice issued by the Department of Buildings requiring an owner or applicant to correct deficiencies or provide additional information before an application, inspection, or project can proceed. Failure to…