General Info

The Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings, also known as DHB, is responsible for safeguarding the health, safety and welfare of city residents, as well as business and property owners. The department issues building permits and certificates of occupancy. It also conducts inspections and investigates various complaints regarding housing and building construction. The Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings operates through building and plumbing code enforcement divisions. In addition, the department has a housing code enforcement division that enforces city codes, as well as inspects apartment houses and other residences. The Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings additionally conducts safety inspections of several social clubs, theaters and elevators. The department maintains a location in Yonkers, N.Y.