CivilServant -

Thanks so much for your quick reply.

The DOB revoked the construction permit for 315 West 103rd Street and issued a Stop Work Order in July '09 (due to the owner's false claim that the building was vacant). Nonetheless, the DOT keeps renewing their permit allowing the owner to keep the generator on the street. They are doing this based on the owner submitting the revoked DOB permit as "proof" that construction continues and that he still has a valid DOB permit (which is required to renew the DOT permit).

The generator is unsightly, is covered with graffiti, is preventing the street from being able to be cleaned, and is taking up a parking space.

Thanks again,

West 103rd Street Residents

Ok, i have the info on the generator.
I understand your problem, fortunately DOT just issues the permits and does not question the request unless there is some flag in the request. I will dig a little and inquire if the contractor can move the generator or if hes not using it to remove it form the site. Give me a few days to respond.

Thanks again.

We actually already had sent a letter to DOT's Permit Management Unit flagging the issue and requesting that they not renew the permit. Unfortunately, they renewed it anyway.

Our suspicion is that the owner and contractor will not remove the generator unless the permit is revoked and he is forced to move it.

Are you a public official?

I do work for the city of NY, but i cannot state which department. I'm here to help the average taxpayer get the service they deserve. Well try to at least :)

Hi Residents of 103rd St.,

The owner was contacted and asked to remove the generator, and i was told he was compliant and was going to return the generator to the rental company. Please give this issue 5 working days.

-CivilServant

thank you, civil servant!

why is the generator still in front of 315w103st. I believe that there is a stop work order!! why was the permit renewed if there is on work going on? I hope that the dumpster is not coming back!!

I just heard that the generator is being removed. Thanks so much for your efforts CivilServant!!

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