Get a Custom DOB Violation Search & Compliance Plan

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Get a 5-Step DOB Violation Search and Compliance Plan | Fast NYC Help

Navigating NYC building compliance begins with one essential task: knowing what violations are tied to your property. It’s a complex regulation that makes most home owners confused. Whether you’ve just purchased a building or received a notice, performing a DOB and ECB violations search is the first step toward resolution. This guide walks you through it clearly and efficiently ~ no confusion, no wasted time.

Why You Need a Personalized DOB Violation Search 🔎

Understanding why you need a personalized DOB Violation Search:

  • Unique Property Classification and Status

  • Underlying problems as the root cause of the violation

  • Violations issued in error

🧩 Who This Is For

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NYC Property Owners

Unsure what the violations really mean

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Contractors or Developers

Who need to close violations before permits

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Buyers / Sellers

Want clean records before closing

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Tenants

Affected by vacate orders or stop work orders

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Property Managers

Juggling too many buildings to track DOB status

What You’ll Get

  • ✅ Full DOB/ECB/OATH/HPD search
  • ✅ Tailored compliance strategy
  • ✅ Next-step filing actions
  • ✅ Timeline & cost estimate
  • ✅ 1-on-1 consultation with SLK

8+ Types of DOB Violations Could Be Harming Your Property Value

From Work Without Permit to Class 1 Hazards, we identify them all

Why Generic Searches Aren’t Enough

Most public searches (BIS, DOBNOW) miss:
  • Old violations that remain unresolved
  • Fines or ECB Liens not clearly labeled
  • Errors in FEIN, last owner, or multiple BINs
  • Filings submitted by previous owner
  • Vacate orders and hearing decisions
  • Missing Certificate of Correction links
  • Agency overlaps across HPD, FDNY, DEP

Our 5-Step Compliance Process

Step 1: Advanced DOB & ECB Search

We scan BIS, DOBNOW, OATH & HPD databases with proprietary filters.

Step 2: Violation Classification

We tell you whether it’s Class 1 (Hazardous), 2 (Major), or 3 (Minor), and what it really means.

Step 3: Timeline Assessment

We show how long it’s been open, missed deadlines, and risk of default judgments.

Step 4: Filing & Representation Plan

We outline whether you need to file, schedule inspections, or appear at OATH.

Step 5: Custom Compliance Roadmap

You receive a tailored roadmap: what to do, how long it will take, and the best way to minimize fines.

To learn more about violation types and how to fix them, visit:

Coming soon: downloadable PDF checklists for each violation type.

Our Clients Say It Best

“We had 11 open violations and no idea what they meant. SLK gave us a clear plan — within 10 days, 8 were already in compliance.”
~ Manhattan Property Owner

“We went from a stop work order to back in business — no stress.”
~ Brooklyn Contractor

🛡️ Compliance Guarantee Box

We’ve resolved thousands of NYC violations for 25+ years.
When you work with SLK, you get honesty, precision, and representation that wins.

Building violations in NYC are serious ~ but solvable. Doing your own DOB/ECB search is a great start, but interpreting and resolving them requires deeper knowledge.

At SLK Buildings, we’ve cleared hundreds of violations for clients across all boroughs ~ saving them thousands in fines, weeks of project delays, and endless stress.

Got a violation? Don’t guess — get guidance.
SLK Buildings offers confidential consultations to help you understand your options and act fast.

Seeking Professional Guidance

Navigating New York City’s building regulations requires more than a basic understanding of code, it demands experience, precision, and strategic insight. Whether you’re responding to a violation, planning a renovation, or seeking to prevent future issues ~ working with professionals who understand the DOB’s processes can make all the difference.

That’s where firms like SLK Buildings come in, combining technical expertise with a deep familiarity of the city’s evolving regulatory landscape to guide property owners with clarity and confidence.

To learn more about violation types and how to fix them, visit:

Coming soon: downloadable PDF checklists for each violation type.