You can search DOB violations in NYC manually through the city’s official BIS portal, but it only covers DOB data and doesn’t alert you when new issues appear. It’s slow, fragmented, and often missing related HPD or 311 complaints that could impact your property record.
That’s why we built the ViolationWatch NYC DOB Violation Lookup Tool — a free, no-login violation search that combines all major city databases into one instant report.
Enter any address to see active DOB issues plus related complaints and permits in one search.

The Hidden Cost of Manually Checking NYC Building Violations
Every NYC agency — DOB, HPD, FDNY, and 311 — runs on separate outdated systems. Manually checking each one takes hours, and missing even a single update can trigger surprise fines or inspection delays. ViolationWatch unifies all city data so you can see every violation and complaint instantly.
Stop Wasting Hours on DOB, HPD & 311 Searches
Keeping up with violations across DOB, HPD, FDNY, and 311 shouldn’t take your entire day. Manual lookups are slow and easy to forget — until a notice lands in your mailbox. ViolationWatch automates every search, giving you real-time updates from all agencies in one dashboard.
Why Manual NYC Violation Searches Miss Critical Updates
City databases refresh at different times — some daily, others weekly — and they never notify you. By the time you check again, new DOB or HPD violations may already be active. Our real-time monitoring system scans every NYC source continuously so you’ll never miss an update again.
Automate Your NYC Violation Monitoring (DOB • HPD • 311)
ViolationWatch keeps you informed, compliant, and ahead of costly violations.
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
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Only pay for what you need. Simple, transparent pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Enter your address to see active DOB violations and related 311 complaints.
Complaints are public reports; DOB violations are official enforcement actions.
Yes—real-time DOB notifications via email or WhatsApp.
Yes—download reports directly from your dashboard.
Only for filings; ViolationWatch handles the monitoring.
Stay Ahead of NYC Violations