Violation Watch

Track HPD Violations in NYC

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) issues thousands of violations each month. Missing one can trigger hefty penalties, emergency repairs, or HPD actions. Use the free lookup below for a fast check, then turn on real-time alerts to stay compliant.

Common HPD Violations

  • Lack of heat or hot water

  • Lead paint hazards

  • Mold and pest conditions

  • Broken smoke detectors or window guards

Prefer the city site? Manual lookup: HPD Online 

Instant HPD Violation Lookup (Free, No Login)

Enter any NYC address to see open HPD violations, historical records, and cross-referenced DOB & 311 complaints—in seconds.

The Problem with Checking HPD Violations NYC the Hard Way

Manual searches for HPD Violations NYC are slow and incomplete. Every city agency—HPD, DOB, FDNY, 311—runs its own outdated portal, meaning you could miss open violations until fines or repair orders arrive. ViolationWatch combines all HPD violation data into one dashboard so landlords and property managers can view every record instantly.

If You’re Still Searching HPD Violations Manually, You’re Already Behind

New HPD violations appear daily across thousands of NYC buildings. Checking them manually through HPD Online or DOB BIS wastes hours and misses updates. ViolationWatch automates HPD violation monitoring, tracking every building and sending real-time alerts the moment a new issue or complaint is posted.

Why Manual HPD Violation Searches Miss Critical Updates

City databases refresh at different times—some daily, others weekly—and they never alert you. By the time you spot a new HPD violation in NYC, deadlines may have passed or penalties increased. ViolationWatch scans HPD, DOB, FDNY, DOT, and 311 sources continuously, keeping landlords informed before violations escalate.

Who It’s For

🏢 NYC Property Managers & Landlords

Stay on top of DOB, HPD, and FDNY violations across multiple buildings. ViolationWatch helps you manage risk, protect tenants, and avoid costly surprises.

 

 

🧱 Construction Companies & General Contractors

Avoid jobsite shutdowns and stop work orders. Get notified the moment a 311 complaint or DOB violation is filed—before inspectors show up on-site.

Alerts available in 🇺🇸 English and 🇪🇸 Spanish.

 

🏘️ Real Estate Investors & Developers

Protect your portfolio from hidden compliance risks. Our platform delivers real-time alerts so you can act quickly and preserve asset value.

 

 

⚖️ Legal & Compliance Teams

Streamline property compliance workflows. Track violations from all major NYC agencies in one place and support faster resolution for your clients.

 

 

IF YOU OWN OR MANAGE PROPERTY IN NYC, VIOLATIONWATCH IS FOR YOU

Gain peace of mind with real-time alerts for DOB, HPD, FDNY, ECB and 311 violations—keeping you informed, compliant, and protected from costly penalties.

Pricing Plans

Start with a Free Trial – No Credit Card Required!

Free Trial

$0/ month
  • 1 Location Included
  • Limited to 311 Violations Only
  • Delayed Notifications (48-hour alert delay)
  • Single Contact for Notifications
  • Access to Original Violation Documents

Per Address Plan

$9.99/ per address a month
  • Unlimited Violation & Compliance Tracking
  • Instant Alerts via WhatsApp & Email
  • Real Time Monitoring Powered by AI
  • Access to All Original Violation Records
  • Multi-Location Monitoring in a Single Dashboard
  • Multiple Contact Notifications for Teams
  • Stay Ahead, Prevent Fines, and Maintain Compliance Effortlessly

Only pay for what you need. Simple, transparent pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions

HPD violations are issued by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development when a residential building fails to meet housing code standards. Common issues include lack of heat or hot water, pests, leaks, mold, or broken smoke detectors.

You can search your address manually on HPD Online, or use the free ViolationWatch HPD Lookup Tool to instantly view open and resolved HPD violations across any NYC property — no login required.
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Yes. HPD violations are public and can be viewed by anyone. ViolationWatch aggregates HPD, DOB, FDNY, DOT, DOHMH, and 311 complaint data into a single, easy-to-use dashboard for faster access.

Ignoring HPD violations can lead to civil penalties, emergency repairs by HPD contractors, or even liens placed against your property. Immediate Class C violations must be corrected within 24 hours, or additional fines apply.

Yes. ViolationWatch sends real-time WhatsApp and email alerts as soon as new HPD violations or 311 complaints are detected. You can monitor one or multiple buildings from your dashboard.
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Absolutely. HPD issues are often linked to DOB or 311 complaints. ViolationWatch cross-checks every city database so you can track all violations that affect your properties.

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