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Handle Consumer Complaints


Handle Consumer Complaints

What happens when a consumer files a complaint against your business with DCWP?

After reviewing the consumer complaint, we will contact you by mail or phone to get your side of the story. Note: If you are a DCWP licensee, you must respond to our inquiry within 20 days or you may face additional violations.

A DCWP mediator will work with you and the consumer to try to resolve the complaint quickly.

Can I submit my business response online?

Yes. You can use DCWP online services to submit a Business Response Form.

If you had an online account with DCWP before July 24, 2023, please use the same email address you provided DCWP. This will allow you to link your business records to the new system.

Create Account.

When you are logged in, you will see a Business Dashboard with your business records, including all license records, submitted and draft application forms, pending fees, and other records related to your business.

Under the "Complaints Against your Businesses" section, select the complaint record.

View the Complaint details.

Open the “Business Response Form.”

Provide details on the form.

Upload supporting documents, if applicable.

Submit the form.

Track the status from your Business Dashboard.

If you do not have an online account with DCWP, you can create account and link your business using a PIN.

Create Account.

On your Business Dashboard, select the "Services tab."

Select "Link Business to My Account."

Enter PIN found on your Renewal License Application or on the Acknowledgement of Application printout from the DCWP Licensing Center or NYC Small Business Support Center. Note: If you do not have a PIN, Request PIN.

Click "Link Business."

Confirm your Business Name and Address.

Return to your Business Dashboard to view linked business records.

Under the "Complaints Against your Businesses" section, select the complaint record.

View the Complaint details.

Open the “Business Response Form.”

Provide details on the form.

Upload supporting documents, if applicable.

Submit the form.

Track the status from your Business Dashboard.