An ECB violation in NYC carries fines up to $25,000, accrues 9% annual interest, and can block permits and closings. Here’s what it means and how to clear it.
A Stop Work Order lands on your property and everything stops. Your contractor walks off. Your lender gets nervous. Your timeline collapses. Few things hit
Open permits are one of the most common — and most overlooked — compliance issues on NYC properties. They surface during title searches, flag for
Code violations can slow down or threaten a closing, but they don’t always have to kill the deal. The difference is usually how early the
Facade inspections in New York City are no longer a routine compliance task. With stricter enforcement, aging buildings, and new requirements like annual parapet observations,
Most NYC property owners know to watch for DOB violations and ECB fines. The three issues below tend to fall through the cracks — not
Top 3 NYC Building Violations Property Owners Overlook Most property owners who receive a DOB or HPD violation are aware of it — a notice
Sidewalk Violations in NYC: The Closing Delay You Never Saw Coming A property sale can be months in the making — negotiations, inspections, mortgage approvals,
Four Common DOB Violations in NYC That Could Wreck Your Next Deal In New York City real estate, the difference between a smooth closing and
In New York City, correcting the issue behind a violation is only part of the job. To fully resolve the matter, property owners also need
Your Essential Cheat Sheet for Success when dealing with the NYC DOB, FDNY and other agencies.