Work Without Permits (DOB)
Legalize unpermitted construction and clear DOB violations completely.
- 500+
- Violations Cleared
- 24hr
- Emergency Response
- 5
- NYC Boroughs Served
- 15+
- Years Experience
What We Do
Unpermitted construction triggers DOB violations that block property sales, refinancing, and future permit approvals. We prepare as-built drawings, file retroactive permits, coordinate DOB plan review, and obtain certificates of compliance — fully clearing your record.
Unpermitted work is one of the top reasons NYC real estate deals fall apart at closing. A DOB open item or active violation can freeze a title for months. We've legalized everything from basement conversions and deck additions to full-floor gut renovations. Our licensed architects prepare code-compliant as-built drawings that satisfy DOB plan examiners, and our expeditors know exactly how to navigate the plan review queue to minimize delays.
- As-built drawings prepared by licensed architects
- Retroactive DOB permit filing & plan review
- Zoning and building code compliance analysis
- DOB inspection scheduling & attendance
- Certificate of Occupancy / Certificate of Completion
- ECB violation hearing representation
The Real Cost of Ignoring a Violation
Violations don't expire — they escalate. Click each stage to see what happens.
Our Step-by-Step Process
Clear and stress-free from first call to final sign-off.
Field Survey & Code Review
Our architects measure the unpermitted work, photograph all conditions, and perform a full zoning and code review.
As-Built Drawings & Filing
We prepare DOB-ready as-built drawings and file the retroactive permit application through BIS or PW1.
Plan Review & Corrections
We respond to all DOB plan examiner objections and resubmit until plans are approved.
Inspection & Certificate
We schedule the DOB inspection, attend, and obtain the Certificate of Completion or Certificate of Occupancy.
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