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Inspection Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I make an appointment for a Plumbing inspection?

Inspection requests should be made through DOB Now: Inspections. See DOB NOW for more information.

How do I make an appointment for an electrical, elevator or construction inspection?

Inspection requests should be made through DOB NOW: Inspections. See DOB NOW for more information.

I have a question about a bill I received for an annual marquee permit, annual illuminated sign permit, place of assembly inspection fee, boiler inspection fee, or elevator inspection fee. Who do I contact?

Contact the Department's Central Filing and Billing Unit at 212-393-2252 located at 280 Broadway, 1st Floor, New York, NY 10007

What is a Site Safety inspection?

Site Safety is the inspection of new building construction for high rises of 15 stories or 200 feet and taller, or lot coverage of 100,000 square feet or more. The BEST Squad often inspects Site Safety buildings. Buildings that are not covered by Site Safety regulations are usually inspected by Department of Buildings' borough construction inspectors.

I received a missed appointment/unprepared notice. Where do I pay the $200 penalty and request a re-inspection?

In order to schedule a new appointment, the $200.00 per device fee must be paid within 30 days after the date of the missed appointment or prior to scheduling of a new appointment, whichever is earlier at:

Central Inspections
280 Broadway
1st Floor Atrium
New York, NY 10007

General inquires email: elevatordivision@buildings.nyc.gov
Customer Service phone: 212-393-2144

I haven't received my Place of Assembly annual inspection of Fire Department Place of Assembly Permit renewal yet. Who should I contact?

Contact the New York City Fire Department. Call 311 to obtain the correct telephone number.

How do I request a Boiler Division inspection for sign offs on new boiler installations, replacements or minor alterations/repairs?

Inspection requests should be made through DOB NOW: Inspections. See DOB NOW for more information and to begin using DOB NOW: Inspections.

Where do I obtain an Online Construction Appointment Request Form?

Inspection requests should be made through DOB NOW: Inspections. See DOB NOW for more information and to begin using DOB NOW: Inspections.

How do I request an electrical inspection appointment online?

Inspection requests should be made through DOB NOW: Inspections. See DOB NOW for more information and to begin using DOB NOW: Inspections.

How do I request an appointment with Special Enforcement Program (SEP) staff?

You can request an appointment with the Special Enforcement Program (SEP) staff by downloading and submitting a Professional Certification Audits and Inspections Appointment Request Form.

Where can I obtain information on After-Hours Inspection: Phase Two?

Effective immediately, the Department of Buildings is expanding the after-hour inspection initiative for development projects enrolled in the High Rise Program to include all permitted projects in the Bronx.

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