Understanding DOB NOW: A Plain-English Guide for NYC Owners
DOB NOW is the city's online portal for filing permits. Here's what it is, what you can file there, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
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Insights & Guides
Practical guidance to help you navigate NYC permits, licensing and construction compliance with confidence.
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Contractor Licensing
Do You Need a DOB Contractor Registration? A 2026 Guide
Which contractors must register with the NYC DOB, how HIC licensing fits in, and what happens if you file without the right credentials.
Compliance
The 7 Most Common DOB Objections (and How to Avoid Them)
Objections are the number-one cause of permit delays. We break down the most frequent ones and how to keep your filing clean.
Violations
Checking for Open Violations Before You Buy or Renovate
Open DOB and ECB violations can derail a project or a closing. Here's how to research a property's record before you commit.
Construction Regulations
Change of Use & Certificates of Occupancy: The Basics
Turning a retail space into a restaurant? Here's how change of use and the Certificate of Occupancy process work in NYC.
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