Dismissal inspection The DOT site visit that verifies completed sidewalk repairs meet city specifications, resulting in a violation being marked dismissed and removed from title records.
An owner or contractor requests this inspection through 311 once the repaired flags have cured and are ready for review, typically supplying the violation number, permit number, and block-and-lot information. The inspector checks the same flags cited on the original notice against DOT's construction standards, including thickness, joints, and slope. If the work fails, the violation stays open and the owner must correct the deficiency before requesting another visit. Scheduling this promptly after finishing work is the only way to get a violation off a property's public record.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dismissal inspection
What is a dismissal inspection?
The DOT site visit that verifies completed sidewalk repairs meet City specifications, allowing the violation to be marked dismissed and removed from the property record.
How is one requested?
Through 311, usually with the violation number, permit number and block-and-lot information, once the repaired flags have cured and are ready for review.
When should it be scheduled?
After the concrete has cured and the site is clean. Requesting it too early risks a failed inspection.
What is checked during the inspection?
The same flags cited on the original notice, measured against DOT construction standards including slab thickness, joint placement, slope and surface finish.
What happens if the work fails?
The violation remains open, the owner must correct the deficiency, and a new inspection must be requested.