What is NYC DOB Infraction Code B171?

Department of Buildings violations with Infraction Code B171 are issued pursuant to ZR 42-52 for Outdoor Advertising Sign not permitted in M District. They are designated a Class 1 violation, requiring immediate correction and a hearing. Non-compliance can result in penalties starting at $10000 and can reach up to $25000 for severe infractions. These are considered high-priority violations.

What are the penalties for B171?

Penalties for B171 violations range from $varies to $varies depending on the severity and circumstances.

Can B171 violations be cured?

No, B171 violations cannot be cured and require a hearing.

What is the required remedy for B171?

The required remedy for B171 violations is to remove illegal sign.

DOB Infraction Code: B171 Law: ZR 42-52

Outdoor Advertising Sign not permitted in M District.

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Class 1 - IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS

Cure Not Available

Stipulation Not Available

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Outdoor Advertising Sign not permitted in M District.

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Violation Type:Outdoor Advertising Sign not permitted in M District.

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Legal Authority:ZR 42-52

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Required Action:Remove illegal sign

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Standard Penalty:$10,000

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Default Penalty:$25,000

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Resolution Options:Hearing required - no pre-hearing resolution options

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$10,000

Base penalty

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$25,000

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Agg I

$25,000

Repeat offense

Agg II

$25,000

Enhanced penalty

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The specific legal text and requirements for this violation

This violation is issued pursuant to ZR 42-52. The specific legal text and requirements can be found in the official NYC legal codes.

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DOB Infraction Code: B171 Law: ZR 42-52

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