Borough-Block-Lot (BBL)
A BBL is NYC's parcel identifier used across property and building systems; NYC guidance describes it as a 10-digit identifier used to identify tax lots and link building and land records. BBL is also required metadata for certain filings, including co-op UCC financing statements recorded through the City Register.
- Where it applies
- New York City
- When it comes up
- Diligence; filing; recording; tax administration
- Property types
- NYC (all property types)
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Title and Recording
- Assignment of Mortgage
- Bargain and Sale Deed (With Covenant Against Grantor's Acts)
- Bona Fide Purchaser (BFP)
- Chain of Title
- City Register
- Condominium Common Charge Lien
- Consideration
- Conveyance
- Cover Page (NYC Recording)
- Deed
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.