Comprehensive Property Data in Seconds
A typical appraisal requires checking 6+ agency websites — DOB BIS for permits and C of O, HPD for violations, DOF for tax assessments, ACRIS for sales history, ZoLa for zoning, and more. Each site has its own interface, search format, and quirks.
RegWatch pulls all of this into one search, one dashboard. Enter any address, BBL, or BIN and get a complete property profile in seconds — building specs, assessed values, permit history, violations, zoning/FAR, and comparable sales data.
Whether you're selecting comps, making adjustments, or documenting highest and best use, the data you need is already organized and ready to reference.
Data Appraisers Rely On
- Assessed values & market values — Current DOF assessments, exemption status, and tax class for income/expense analysis and equalization comparisons.
- Building specs — Square footage, lot size, year built, number of floors, total units, and building class — all sourced from official records.
- Permit history for renovations — Identify gut renovations, additions, and alterations that affect condition ratings and comparable adjustments.
- Violations affecting condition — Active DOB, HPD, and ECB violations that may impact property condition or indicate deferred maintenance.
- Zoning & FAR data — Current zoning designation, floor area ratio, and development rights for highest and best use analysis.
- Title & sale records — Recent deed transfers, mortgage recordings, and comparable sale prices from public filings.
Streamline Your Workflow
For volume appraisers handling 10-20+ assignments per week, the time savings compound fast. Replacing 30-60 minutes of manual data gathering per property with a single RegWatch search means reclaiming 5-20 hours per week.
For desktop appraisals, RegWatch provides the building specs, tax data, and permit history you need without a site visit. For field appraisals, review the property profile before you drive out — know what to look for and what questions to ask.
Every RegWatch report can be exported as a PDF for your workfile, providing clear documentation of the data sources used in your analysis. Data is sourced from official government databases, supporting your obligation to use reliable data under USPAP standards.
What You Get with RegWatch
- Tax assessments & market values from DOF
- Building specs (sqft, lot, floors, year built)
- Permit history for renovations & alterations
- Violation status & severity across agencies
- Zoning & FAR data for highest and best use
- Title & deed history from public records
- Comparable sale records & pricing data
- PDF reports for appraisal workfiles
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use RegWatch data in appraisal reports?
RegWatch aggregates publicly available data from official government databases (DOB, HPD, DOF, ACRIS, etc.). While the data sources are authoritative, RegWatch reports are provided for informational purposes. Appraisers should verify critical data points against primary sources as part of standard practice and reference original records in final reports.
What building data is available?
RegWatch provides square footage, lot size, year built, number of floors, total units, building class, building style, property class description, and condition data where available. Coverage varies by state: NYC properties have the most complete data via PLUTO and PAD, while NJ and CT records come from state parcel and CAMA databases.
How current is the data?
Property data is sourced from live government APIs and updated databases. Tax assessments reflect the latest published rolls. Violation and permit data is pulled daily from DOB, HPD, and ECB APIs. Title records are sourced from the most recent ACRIS filings. Data refreshes daily from official sources.
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