Manhattan Co-op Buyers Should Check Active DOB Work

A Manhattan co-op or condo purchase can be affected by work outside the unit. BIS and the DOB NOW Public Portal let users review building history. That can include violations, permits, complaints, and whether records are active or resolved. BIS also shows property profiles with jobs, filings, occupancy information, complaints, inspections, and older permit records.

Before closing, search the building address in both systems.

Then ask the seller, board, or managing agent about active work, expired permits, open complaints, elevator work, facade work, common areas, or unit alterations.

Search NYC Buildings’ Find Building Data for the Manhattan co-op or condo. Save the address, search date, DOB or BIS record, permit or application number, and any citation with the purchase papers for Department of Buildings follow-up.