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Certificate Of Correction PDF Details

The Certificate of Correction (AEU2) is an official NYC Department of Buildings document used to resolve open OATH Summonses. Property owners, authorized agents, and business representatives file the certificate of correction to certify that a cited building violation has been corrected. A properly completed and notarized certificate of correction submitted before the deadline can qualify you for penalty waivers or reductions on outstanding summons penalties.

The AEU2 certificate of correction is related to the Certification of Violations form, which documents the existence of a violation. The certificate of correction goes further by certifying that the cited issue has been fully resolved and corrected.

Who Can File a Certificate of Correction?

Any of the following parties may file a certificate of correction with the NYC DOB:

• The respondent named directly on the OATH Summons
• A legal representative of the named business entity
• The current property owner of the property listed on the summons
• The current mortgagee of the property
• Another authorized agent acting with legal authority on behalf of the respondent

What the AEU2 Certificate of Correction Requires

The certificate of correction form asks for specific details about the cited violation and the corrective action that was taken. You must provide the following information on the certificate of correction:

• The summons number from the OATH violation notice
• The full address of the property where the cited violation occurred
• The name and role of the person who corrected the violation, which may be the respondent, an employee, a contractor, or a licensed professional
• License or registration number of the correcting party, if applicable
• The date the correction was completed

If a licensed professional performed the corrective work, an Affirmation of Correction may be required alongside the AEU2 certificate of correction to validate the professional's certification of the work.

Supporting Documents Required for the Certificate of Correction

A certificate of correction submission must include supporting documents to be accepted and reviewed by the NYC DOB. Required supporting materials for the certificate of correction include:

• A notarized Statement in Support of Certificate of Correction, affirming the facts stated in the AEU2 form
• Proof that the cited violation was corrected, such as permit numbers, before-and-after photographs, or signed inspection records from a licensed professional
• Copies of any permits related to the corrective work performed on the property

Missing or incomplete supporting documents will delay the review and approval of your certificate of correction. Always verify each attachment before submitting the AEU2 certificate of correction through the DOB NOW portal. The DOB will not process a certificate of correction that is missing required documentation.

Penalty Waivers and Reductions for a Certificate of Correction

One of the most valuable benefits of filing a certificate of correction on time is the opportunity to reduce or eliminate financial penalties on your OATH Summons. The NYC DOB offers two types of penalty relief when you file a valid certificate of correction before the applicable deadline:

• Cure Waiver: If your summons states that a cure waiver is available, and you admit the violation and certify it corrected through a timely certificate of correction, the DOB may waive the full penalty amount. You must submit the certificate of correction before the stated cure waiver deadline.
• Stipulation Reduction: If a stipulation offer has been made for the violation date, a certificate of correction submitted on time may qualify you for a reduced penalty rather than the full amount stated on the summons.

Penalty waivers and reductions are not granted automatically. The DOB reviews each certificate of correction submission and approves financial relief based on the applicable penalty schedule guidelines for the specific type of violation. Submit your certificate of correction early to ensure it is processed before the deadline.

Legal Responsibilities When Filing the Certificate of Correction

The AEU2 certificate of correction is a sworn affidavit. When you sign a certificate of correction, you declare under penalty of perjury that all conditions cited in the violation have been fully addressed and corrected. Filing a false certificate of correction is a serious offense under New York State law. The consequences for false certification on a certificate of correction include:

• Criminal misdemeanor charges under New York State law
• Substantial fines and civil penalties
• Possible imprisonment as determined by the court

Read every field and section of the certificate of correction carefully before signing and notarizing the form. Do not sign the certificate of correction until you have confirmed that all cited violations have been fully corrected and documented.

How to Submit the Certificate of Correction Through DOB NOW

All certificate of correction submissions must be filed through the DOB NOW online portal maintained by the NYC Department of Buildings. Follow these steps to submit your certificate of correction successfully:

1. Complete all required fields on the AEU2 certificate of correction form. Do not leave any required section blank.
2. Have the certifier sign and notarize the certificate of correction before attaching it to your submission.
3. Collect and organize all required supporting documents for the certificate of correction, including the notarized Statement in Support, proof of correction, and relevant permit numbers or photographs.
4. Log in to the DOB NOW online portal and create or access your account for the applicable summons.
5. Upload the completed certificate of correction and all supporting attachments through the portal's submission interface.

Once the DOB reviews and approves your certificate of correction, the open OATH Summons will be closed. The DOB sends written confirmation after the certificate of correction has been validated and the summons has been resolved.

Certificate of Correction Deadlines

The deadline for submitting your certificate of correction is stated on the original OATH Summons. Missing the filing deadline for a certificate of correction may disqualify you from penalty waivers and reductions and may result in additional enforcement action. Review your summons carefully for the specific deadline that applies to your certificate of correction submission.

If you receive a new violation after filing a certificate of correction for a previous summons, you must file a separate certificate of correction for each open summons. Each certificate of correction is reviewed and processed independently by the NYC DOB. Keep copies of every certificate of correction you submit for your records.