Received a Notice of Gas Piping System Certification Violation? Here’s What’s Happening and What to Do Next
Recently, the NYC Department of Buildings sent out Notices of Gas Piping System Certification Violation – Failure to File related to the Local Law 152 Cycle 2, Subcycle A inspection period ending 12/31/2024.
We’ve heard from many building owners who were surprised to receive this notice because they did complete their gas piping inspection in 2024 and have proof of filing.
If that’s you, take a breath. In many cases, this is fixable.
Why You May Have Received This Notice Even If You Filed
In several cases, the violation notice was issued even though:
- The inspection was completed in 2024
- The GPS2 certification was filed
- The owner received an automated filing confirmation email from the Department of Buildings
- The owner has copies of their GPS1 and GPS2 paperwork
This appears to be an administrative or system issue where the filing did not properly register against the building record, triggering an automatic violation notice.
What the Violation Notice Says
The notice typically states that you are in violation of:
NYC Administrative Code §28-318
and
Title 1 of the Rules of the City of New York (1 RCNY §103-10)
For failing to submit a required gas piping system certification for Cycle 2, Subcycle A.
The stated civil penalties are:
- $1,500 for a 3-family residential building
- $5,000 for all other buildings
Even If You Filed You May Have Received This Notice
In several cases, the violation notice was issued even though:
- The inspection was completed in 2024
- The GPS2 certification was filed
- The owner received an automated filing confirmation email from the Department of Buildings
- The owner has copies of their GPS1 and GPS2 paperwork
This appears to be an administrative or system issue where the filing did not properly register against the building record, triggering an automatic violation notice.
If You Filed in 2024: What You Should Do Now
If you did complete your inspection and filed in 2024, you can challenge the violation.
Follow the Instructions in the DOB Letter
The Department of Buildings allows you to submit a challenge / waiver request through DOB NOW.
What to Upload (Important)
To challenge the violation, you should upload:
- Your GPS2 certification
- The automated confirmation email from DOB showing your filing was submitted in 2024
The confirmation email subject line typically reads:
“Your Notification of Periodic Gas Piping Inspections form has been submitted to DOB”
The email would have come from:
From: donotreply@buildings.nyc.gov
You do NOT need to upload the GPS1 as part of this challenge.
If your documentation clearly shows that the GPS2 was filed on time, DOB should be able to review the submission and waive the penalty.
If You Can’t Find Your Filing Confirmation
If you’re having trouble locating your confirmation email or records:
- Search your inbox for donotreply@buildings.nyc.gov
- Search for “Gas Piping” or “Periodic Gas Piping Inspections”
- Check with your plumber or service provider who performed the inspection
If you still can’t locate it, this is where professional help can save time and frustration.
If You’re Not Sure You Filed (or Didn’t File)
If you:
- Are unsure whether your GPS2 was actually submitted
- Missed the filing deadline
- Have incomplete documentation
- Believe your situation is different or more complex
Call Keep My Gas.
Every building situation is a little different, and the right path forward depends on your specific circumstances. We can review your records, confirm what was filed (or not), and guide you through the correct next steps to resolve the issue properly.
We’re Here to Help
If you received a gas piping certification violation notice and aren’t sure what to do next, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Keep My Gas can coach NYC building owners and property managers on how to:
- Review gas inspection filings
- Locate missing documentation
- Submit DOB challenges correctly
- Resolve Local Law 152 compliance issues
If you need help with this process, reach out today and we’ll help point you in the right direction.
