Compliance

The Department of Buildings promotes the safety of all people that build, work, and live in New York City by regulating the lawful use of over one million buildings and construction sites across the five boroughs. DOB enforces the City's Building Code, Electrical Code, Zoning Resolution, New York State Labor Law and New York State Multiple Dwelling Law.

The Department enforces compliance with these regulations and promotes worker and public safety through its review and approval of building plans, permitting and licensing functions, and inspections. In addition to Code and Zoning compliance review, emergency response and professional analysis of accidents to prevent future incidents, DOB has strengthened its education and outreach programs to provide the construction industry, property owners and tenants with a heightened understanding of safety awareness. 

Learn more about: 

• Boiler Compliance
• Façade Compliance
• Tenant Protection Plan Compliance
• Disciplinary Actions & Resolutions
• Compliance FAQs