Step-by-Step Guide
Identify the property
Get the exact address, BBL (Borough-Block-Lot), or BIN (Building Identification Number). BBL is the most reliable identifier — find it on property tax bills or DOF's website.
Choose your method
Manual: visit DOB, HPD, DOF, ACRIS, DCP separately (4-6 hours). Automated: use RegWatch to search all 11 agencies at once (3 seconds).
Review the results
Check violations (DOB/HPD/ECB), permits, tax status (DOF), title history (ACRIS), zoning (DCP), and environmental records.
Export and share
Generate PDF reports for clients, closings, or internal use. RegWatch exports professional reports with one click.
Additional Details
NYC property records are maintained by 11+ agencies. The most important are ACRIS (title), DOB (permits/violations), HPD (housing violations), DOF (tax), and DCP (zoning). Each has its own database and search interface.
RegWatch simplifies this by aggregating all sources into one search. Enter any address and get a full tabbed profile in under 3 seconds.
What You Get with RegWatch
- Search any NYC address instantly
- Data from 250+ government sources
- Professional PDF reports
- Title abstract generation
- Portfolio monitoring
- AI property analyst
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free way to do this?
You can search some NYC agency databases for free individually (ACRIS, DOB BIS, HPD Online, DOF). RegWatch offers a free account: free property viewing plus saved buildings with in-app compliance alerts. Our coverage extends beyond NYC to Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, and New Jersey counties.
How long does this take?
Manually: 30 minutes to several hours per property depending on depth. With RegWatch: under 3 seconds for a complete profile from 250+ sources.
Do I need any special tools?
No special tools required. RegWatch works in any modern web browser. For manual research, you just need internet access to city agency websites.
How current is the data?
RegWatch data from official NYC sources is updated multiple times per day. Most records are within 24 hours of the agency databases.
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