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Completing Owner's Attestation in NYC DOB NOW - BUILT New York MEP Engineers

  • Writer: Built Engineers
    Built Engineers
  • Sep 9, 2023
  • 2 min read

Updated: Sep 29


Before you can access DOB NOW, you’ll need an NYC.ID account. If you don’t already have one, start with our guide to creating an NYC.ID. Once you have an NYC.ID, you’re ready to use DOB NOW to log in, pay any required fees, and complete attestations.

Blue banner reads "DOB NOW, NYC Department of Buildings Self-service for online Permits, Appointments and Applications," with NYC logo.

Below, we’ll walk you through the process step by step.


Step 1: Log in to DOB NOW

  1. Go to DOB NOW

  2. Click Login.

  3. Enter your NYC.ID email and password.

    • If you’ve forgotten your password, click Forgot Password and follow the prompts.

Online portal interface for NYC Department of Buildings shows login form, navigation options like Address and Job Number. Maintenance alert.

Step 2: Select DOB NOW: Build

  1. After logging in, you’ll land on the main DOB NOW portal.

  2. Click on the DOB NOW: Build dropdown from the menu.

DOB NOW page shows modules for "BUILD," "SAFETY," "LICENSING," and "BIS OPTIONS" with options like "New Building" and "Alteration."

Step 3: Access Your Filing or Record

  1. Within DOB NOW: Build, use the dashboard to locate your project or filing.

  2. You can search by address, job number, or filing type.

  3. Click on the filing you want to manage.

Spreadsheet interface showing job filings, with red annotations highlighting a job number and edit icon. Statuses include "Pre-filing" and "Approved."

Step 4: Pay Any Required Fees

  1. If fees are due, you’ll see a Pay Now or Outstanding Fees option within the filing.

  2. Select the fees and proceed to checkout.

  3. Payments are made online via credit card or eCheck (ACH).

    • Note: There is typically a convenience fee for credit card payments.

  4. After payment, you’ll receive a confirmation receipt. Be sure to download or print this for your records.

Dashboard interface with a progress bar and menu for filing tasks. Blue tabs list plans and reports. A red arrow highlights "$130.00 Pay Now."

Step 5: Completing Owner's Attestation in NYC DOB NOW

  1. Within the filing, navigate to the Statements & Signatures tab.

  2. Review the attestation statement carefully.

    • The attestation typically confirms that the information submitted is accurate and complete.

Online interface for document filing with steps for attestation. Blue buttons for Applicant and Owner's Attestation, progress bar above.
  1. Check the required box and click Save.

    • Only the applicant of record or authorized signatory can complete this step.

  2. Once submitted, the system will update the filing status accordingly.

  3. After the owner has completed the owner's attestation in NYC DOB NOW, the application can be signed and sealed by your design professional and submitted to the NYC DOB.

Form interface with text sections for Cost Affidavit and Technical Report. A checkbox for electronic agreement highlighted, with fields for name and date.

Tips & Troubleshooting

  • Browser: Use Chrome or Edge for best results. Internet Explorer is not supported.

  • Pop-Ups: Make sure your browser allows pop-ups when making payments.

  • Help: DOB NOW provides a User Manual and FAQs if you get stuck.




 
 
 

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