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Stay Ahead of Every Violation with CityWatch

October 28, 2025
Jordan Adhami

CityWatch by Environmental Safeguard Solutions helps NYC property owners and managers stay ahead of HPD, DOB, DEP, and DOH violations with real-time alerts, portfolio tracking, and zero cost to use.

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Managing properties in New York City is no easy task. Between HPD inspections, DOB filings, DEP updates, and DOH regulations, it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks — until a violation shows up when you least expect it.

That’s where CityWatch by Environmental Safeguard Solutions (ESS) comes in.

CityWatch is an innovative, free-to-use software platform that automatically monitors your properties and alerts you the moment a new violation is issued — whether it’s from HPD, DOB, DEP, or DOH.

Why Property Owners and Managers Need CityWatch

1. Real-Time Alerts
Most systems update violations weekly or even monthly. CityWatch refreshes in real-time, ensuring that you know about violations the second they appear. This gives owners and managers a crucial head start to respond, schedule inspections, and begin resolving issues before they escalate.

2. Portfolio Tracking Made Simple
Whether you manage one building or one hundred, CityWatch organizes all your properties in one clean, easy-to-navigate dashboard. View your entire portfolio’s compliance status, track open violations, and download reports with just a few clicks.

3. Prevent Costly Fines
Missing a violation notice can lead to hefty penalties and enforcement actions. CityWatch eliminates that risk by ensuring nothing goes unnoticed — so you can stay compliant, avoid fines, and protect your bottom line.

4. Designed for NYC Property Professionals
Built by ESS, a leading environmental consulting firm specializing in Local Law 31, Local Law 123, and Local Law 126 compliance, CityWatch was created with the unique challenges of NYC property owners in mind.

The ESS Advantage

At ESS, we’ve helped thousands of property owners navigate the city’s complex web of regulations — from lead-based paint inspections to parapet and mold assessments. CityWatch is our latest way of making compliance easier, smarter, and more accessible.

It’s simple. It’s powerful. And it’s free.

Get Started Today

Take control of your properties before violations take control of you.
Visit citywatch.ess-nyc.com to start tracking your portfolio instantly — no subscription, no setup fee, no hassle.

About the Author

Jordan Adhami

Environmental safety expert at Environmental Safeguard Solutions

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