Violation repairs, done right
A violation notice usually means a deadline. We perform the masonry, concrete, waterproofing and roofing repairs behind common NYC building and sidewalk violations — so you can move toward correction and dismissal.
Violations we fix
New to this? Start with our guides to clearing a DOT sidewalk violation and clearing DOB, OATH/ECB and HPD violations.
DOB violations
Repairs for exterior wall, parapet, facade and other masonry conditions cited by the Department of Buildings.
HPD violations
Repairs for conditions such as leaks and water damage sources in residential buildings, including roof, facade and waterproofing work.
ECB / OATH violations
The repair work needed to correct the underlying condition behind an ECB summons, coordinated with your professional or expediter.
DOT sidewalk violations
Replacing the defective sidewalk flags, curbs and areas identified on a DOT notice of violation.
Local Law 11 / FISP
Facade repairs called for in your QEWI’s report — repointing, brick replacement, parapets, lintels and more.
Unsafe & SWARMP conditions
Repair work for facade conditions classified as Unsafe or SWARMP in a FISP report, scheduled with your engineer or architect.
Start with the notice
- A photo or copy of the violation notice or FISP report
- The property address and borough
- Any deadlines or hearing dates
- Contact info for your engineer, architect or expediter, if you have one
You can describe it in the form below and we’ll follow up for documents, or email primecitycontracting@yahoo.com.
Good to know
Do you file paperwork to dismiss violations?
We perform the physical repair work. Certifying correction or filing with an agency often requires a registered design professional (engineer or architect) or an expediter; we coordinate with them, or can help you understand who you need.
Who repairs a sidewalk listed on a DOT violation?
In NYC, property owners are generally responsible for repairing the sidewalk adjacent to their property. Owners can hire a contractor to make the repairs; sidewalk work generally needs a DOT permit. We’ll go over requirements for your job during the estimate.
What is Local Law 11 / FISP?
Local Law 11, the Facade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP), requires buildings taller than six stories to have their exterior walls inspected periodically by a Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI). Conditions found unsafe or needing repair must be addressed. We perform repair work called for in those reports.
What’s the difference between DOB, HPD and ECB violations?
DOB (Department of Buildings) violations relate to building code and construction; HPD (Housing Preservation & Development) violations relate to housing maintenance conditions in residential buildings; ECB violations (now heard by OATH) are civil penalties typically issued by DOB and other agencies. Each has its own correction process.
General information only — not legal advice. Check the issuing agency for requirements that apply to your property.
Violation guides
Plain-English answers to the questions NYC owners ask us most, with links to the official City sources.
How to Clear a DOT Sidewalk Violation in NYC (Step by Step)
What the notice means, the 75-day window, reading the Preliminary Inspection Report, permits, repairs and getting the violation dismissed.
Read the guide →GuideLocal Law 11 / FISP Explained: Safe, SWARMP and Unsafe Facades
Who has to file, how Cycle 10 sub-cycles work, what Safe, SWARMP and Unsafe mean, and what happens after the report.
Read the guide →GuideHow to Clear DOB, ECB/OATH and HPD Violations for Facades, Leaks and Masonry
The difference between DOB, OATH/ECB and HPD violations, and the correct-then-certify steps to close each one.
Read the guide →