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LOCAL LAW 11/98

THE DECONSTRUCTED SKETCHBOOK
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FISP SWARMP Civil Penalty Reminder
As of February 21, 2020, the Department of Buildings can leverage a civil penalty for failure to correct a Safe with Repair and...


Online Q&A on Updates and New Features on the DOB: NOW Build Site
The Department of Buildings is offering live online Q&A sessions for DOB NOW users on the new features and filing procedures. There will...


Free Online Training for Changes to the DOB: NOW Build Site
The NYC Department of Buildings is hosting free online trainings on changes and upgrades to the DOB: NOW Build site.


Gas Piping System Periodic Inspection Certification Deadline Coming (Community Districts 1, 3, and 1
Building owners in Community Districts 1, 3, and 10 must submit their Gas Piping Periodic Inspection Certificates before December 31, 2020.


Local Law 114: Denial of Permits due to False Statements or Work without a Permit
DOB will deny initial work permits for multiple dwellings where the building previously received a summons for a false statement or work wit


Local Law 158: Double Penalties for Work without Permit Violations
Any building that receives a work without a permit violation subject to double civil penalties for subsequent violations within a year of t


Facade Inspection & Safety Program Reminders
Filing your FISP Report and paying civil penalties during amnesty, Conditions Certificates, and QEWI/Inspector Photo uploads.


Do you need a Site Specific Health Plan?
Yes! As New York State and New York City continue to reopen for business, it’s critical that all municipal and commercial buildings...


Are you prepared for State and City reopening requirements?
As construction work in New York City continues to pick up with subsequent reopening phases, the City’s Department of Buildings (DOB) is...


NYC Department of Buildings Reopening Guidance
Construction activity in New York City is officially approved to start June 8th. All NYC property owners and contractors, with job site...
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