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Certificate of Occupancy

ByTara Crosby

Jul 21, 2026

A document issued by the NYC Department of Buildings confirming that a building or renovated space complies with applicable codes and may legally be used for its intended purpose, required before a new or altered building can be occupied.

By Tara Crosby

Tara Crosby covers New York City news, business, and technology for New York Daily News, with a focus on stories that directly affect NYC residents, renters, and small business owners -- housing policy, city agencies, local finance, and consumer tech.