NYC Building Violation Removal & Remediation Services

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At AQ Construction Corp, we specialize in the swift and efficient removal of building violations from all major New York City agencies. Whether you're facing a DOB stop-work order, a DOT sidewalk violation, a DEP environmental notice or an ECB hearing, our licensed team has the expertise to resolve your violations quickly and get your project back on track. Serving Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Nassau County, Westchester and Yonkers, we've successfully cleared thousands of violations for property owners across the region.

• Licensed & Insured (NYC HIC: 1453522; Nassau: 183961; Westchester County: 25675-H13; Yonkers: 5448)
• 95% Violation Clearance Success Rate
• Average Resolution Time: 14-30 Days
• Available for Emergency Violations

New York City Department of Buildings violations can halt construction, delay projects and result in substantial fines. At AQ Construction Corp, we handle all types of DOB violations with speed and precision, ensuring your property remains compliant with NYC building codes.

Class 2 violations are hazardous conditions that must be corrected within 90 days, while Class 3 violations are non-hazardous conditions requiring correction within 90 days. At AQ Construction, we handle the complete remediation process across both categories. This process can include obtaining retroactive permits for unpermitted work, filing applications for variances or amendments, coordinating inspections and ensuring that all documentation is properly submitted to clear violations from your property record.

• Work without permit violations
• Expired or missing permits
• Illegal alteration violations
• Certificate of Occupancy issues
• Facade inspection violations (Local Law 11/FISP)
• Zoning and use violations
• Maintenance deficiency violations

Average Timeline: 2-8 weeks depending on violation severity and complexity

NYC Department of Transportation violations typically involve sidewalks, curbs, roadways and street conditions adjacent to your property. As a property owner, you're responsible for maintaining safe pedestrian access, and DOT violations can result in significant fines and legal liability.

Sidewalk defects are one of the most common DOT violations in New York City. Property owners are responsible for maintaining sidewalks adjacent to their buildings in safe condition. Violations are issued for cracked concrete, uneven surfaces exceeding 1/2 inch vertical displacement, broken pavement, trip hazards and deteriorated conditions.

DOT sidewalk violations must be corrected within 75 days of issuance. If not corrected, DOT may perform the work and bill the property owner at substantially higher costs, often 2-3 times what a private contractor would charge. Additionally, unrepaired sidewalk violations can create legal liability if someone is injured.

Fortunately, AQ Construction is here to help you prevent and rectify any of these violation issues you might face as a local homeowner.

• Concrete removal
• Subsurface preparation
• New concrete installation
• Proper grading and drainage
• DOT-compliant finishing and inspection coordination
• We ensure all work meets DOT specifications and obtain final sign-off to clear your violation.

Average Timeline: 2-8 weeks depending on violation severity and complexity 

NYC Department of Environmental Protection violations involve water supply, sewage systems, air quality and environmental compliance issues. DEP violations can be complex, requiring specialized knowledge of plumbing codes, environmental regulations and backflow prevention requirements.

In particular, backflow prevention device violations are among the most common DEP citations. NYC requires backflow preventers on water service lines to protect the public water supply from contamination. Violations can be issued for missing devices, failed annual testing, expired certifications or non-compliant installations. 

If you find yourself facing any of these situations as a property owner, AQ Construction has the solution. We are happy to install DOB-approved backflow prevention assemblies, coordinate required testing with certified testers, file all necessary paperwork with DEP/DOB and ensure ongoing compliance with annual testing requirements.

Average Timeline: 4-10 weeks depending on complexity and permit requirements

The Environmental Control Board adjudicates violations from multiple city agencies including DOB, DOT, DEP, FDNY, and DOHMH. ECB violations involve hearings, potential fines and strict deadlines. Fines can range from $250 to $25,000 or more, depending on the violation type and severity. Swift remediation is critical to minimizing penalties and demonstrating good faith compliance efforts.

Pre-Hearing Compliance Work

The most effective way to minimize ECB fines is to correct the underlying violation before your hearing date. We work quickly to remediate the issue that triggered the violation, obtain all necessary permits and certifications, complete required repairs or installations, and compile comprehensive documentation proving compliance.

When you or your legal representative appear at the ECB hearing with proof that the violation has been corrected, judges typically impose significantly reduced fines or dismiss penalties entirely. Our documentation package includes photos, permits, inspection certificates and contractor certifications — everything needed to demonstrate compliance.

Post-Hearing Compliance

If you've already had your ECB hearing and received a compliance order with specific deadlines, we can complete all required work within the timeframes mandated by the judge. We ensure all conditions are met, properly documented and submitted to avoid additional penalties or default judgments.

• Work without permit violations
• Failure to correct previous DOB/DOT/DEP violations
• Sidewalk and property maintenance violations
• Illegal alteration violations
• Fire code compliance issues
• Environmental compliance violations

Important Note: AQ Construction Corp performs the physical remediation work to correct violations. We do not provide legal representation at ECB hearings. We recommend consulting with an attorney who specializes in ECB matters for hearing representation while we handle all the compliance work.