A Certificate of Correction can be submitted once the violating condition is corrected. The paper Certificate of Correction affidavit and statement forms must be submitted to the Department's Administrative Enforcement Unit (AEU) in DOB NOW using an eFiling account to login to and select the BIS Options portal.
Not having a C of O doesn't mean that you can't sell your home; it just means that the new owner can't live in the house until proper repairs have been made and it passes a home inspection. But some jurisdictions such as New York state make an exception for single-family homes.
To request a Letter of No Objection, go to the DOB Borough Office where your property is located.
How to request a new certificate of occupancy. In order to get a new C of O, you must hire a registered architect or professional engineer to provide plans to the DOB for review. Once approved, a licensed contractor can obtain the necessary permits and begin work.
Not having a C of O doesn't mean that you can't sell your home; it just means that the new owner can't live in the house until proper repairs have been made and it passes a home inspection. But some jurisdictions such as New York state make an exception for single-family homes.
ALT1: Major alterations that will change use, egress or occupancy. ALT2: Multiple types of work, not affecting use, egress or occupancy.
For the final Certificate of Occupancy, the building owner has to first, acquire all outstanding permits and sort unresolved violations. DOB inspectors also have to visit the site and write their reports. The whole process can take up to a year or more.
Use the Building Information Search in the Buildings Information System (BIS) to search by property address. From the Property Profile Page select View Certificates of Occupancy. If a Certificate of Occupancy has been issued, it will be listed on this page and can be printed by selecting the hyperlinked pdf file.
How do I submit my Certificate of Correction online? To submit a Certificate of Correction request, use an NYC.ID account to log into DOB NOW at nyc/dobnow and select the BIS Options portal. If you need to create an NYC.ID account, visit nyc/dobnowtips for more resources and step-by-step instructions.