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Guides

Plain-language explanations of the records on this site: what each violation class means, which agency does what, what a Local Law filing is, and what a tenant or owner can actually do next. 17 guides. Plain English, not legal advice.

All guides (17)Violations 101 (5)Lookups (3)By agency (2)Local Laws (2)For tenants (3)For landlords (2)

For landlords

Compliance (2 guides)
How to resolve NYC building violationsThe general sequence (fix, document, then certify or file with the right agency) and the paperwork traps that keep records open.2 min · updated July 2026The NYC building compliance calendarEvery recurring deadline a residential owner faces, in the order the year serves them up.3 min · updated August 2026

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