When NYC DOT inspects your sidewalk and finds defects — cracked flags, trip hazards over half an inch, tree-root heaving, improper slope — it issues a sidewalk violation against the property. The violation stays on record until the sidewalk is repaired to DOT specification and the repair is inspected.
JBS holds a sidewalk license, so we handle the whole cycle: we review the violation, pull the DOT sidewalk construction permit, saw-cut and remove the defective flags, repour to NYC DOT spec, and request the dismissal when the work passes.
Property owners are responsible for the sidewalk in front of their property in NYC — and an open violation can complicate a sale or refinance. The sooner it's cleared, the simpler it is.
What's included
- Violation review — we read the DOT paperwork and scope exactly what's cited
- DOT sidewalk construction permit pulled by our office
- Saw-cut removal of defective flags only — no over-demolition
- Repour to NYC DOT specification (thickness, mix, expansion joints, finish)
- Tree-root handling per city rules where roots caused the damage
- Dismissal request filed after the repair
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to fix a DOT sidewalk violation?
The violation notice states your window. If the owner doesn't act, the city can perform the work and bill the property. Call us with the notice in hand and we'll walk you through your options.
Do I need a permit to fix my own sidewalk?
Yes — sidewalk work in NYC requires a DOT permit, and the repair must meet DOT spec to pass inspection. JBS pulls the permit as part of the job.
What if a city tree caused the damage?
Tree-root damage has its own rules about root cutting and may qualify for city programs. We assess that during the free estimate and handle roots per city requirements.
Will the violation actually come off my record?
That's the point of the job. After a code-compliant repair, we request the dismissal so the violation is cleared from the property.
Manage multiple properties? Ask about violation work across a portfolio. Also see concrete sidewalks and curbs.
Request a free estimate
Estimates are free and typically delivered within 48 hours of a site visit.
Why JBS
- Licensed and insured — contractor license and sidewalk license
- DOT and DOB permit paperwork handled by our office
- Free estimates, typically within 48 hours of a site visit
- Based in Richmond Hill, Queens — fast scheduling in Queens and Brooklyn
Got a DOT violation letter or a concrete job to price?
(718) 849-2500Call any time — or request a free estimate.
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