NYC DOB Updates Certification Exceptions for Buildings Under Local Law 158/2017 In an important update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) announced a new exception under Local Law 77 of 2023, impacting restrictions on professional certifications for buildings affected by Local Law 158 of 2017. This exception allows specific projects on mixed-use…
NYC DOB Update: New Requirements for Owner Notification of Work Start The New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has implemented an important change under Local Law 77 of 2023. Property owners are now required to notify the DOB before beginning any construction work that necessitates a Tenant Protection Plan (TPP). This amendment to…
NYC DOB Hurricane Ida Damage Repair Fee Waivers Set to Expire Soon The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) recently announced that the fee and permit waivers issued for repair work related to Hurricane Ida will expire on August 31, 2023. This program, which has been in place since September 14, 2021, was introduced…
NYC DOB to Enforce Violations for Missing Elevator Test Reports (2018-2022) In August 2023, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) will begin issuing violations for properties that failed to submit the required Category 1 elevator test reports from 2018 to 2022. This enforcement measure is essential for maintaining safety standards across the city,…
NYC DOB Extends Deadline for Building Emissions Adjustment Applications In an important update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has extended the deadline for applications to adjust annual building emissions limits. This extension affects applications for the calendar years 2024-2029 and gives building owners and managers more time to comply with Local…
Safety is essential for every construction project. It’s the duty of the contractor to ensure that every worker, client, and visitor is safe when they’re on-site. With all of the heavy equipment, materials, tools, and surrounding elements, construction sites are pretty dangerous. The best way to keep everyone safe is with stringent regulations. These regulations…
The National Association for Women in Construction (NAWIC) has designated the first full week in March, March 6-12 this year, as “Women in Construction Week” (WIC Week™) to celebrate women in the construction industry and raise awareness of what women can achieve in construction. WIC Week™ commemorates the history of women’s success in the construction…
3301.13.3 Designation of primary construction superintendent. The permit holder shall designate a primary construction superintendent, prior to the commencement of work, in a form and manner acceptable to the department, for the following types of jobs: The construction of a new building; The full demolition of an existing building; An alteration to an existing building…
Safety is of utmost importance on your construction site. However, even if you implement a robust safety program, Mother Nature may have other ideas. All the personal protective equipment and hazard reporting won’t do much to stop a storm. What precautions can you take against severe weather? How can you ensure that your equipment, structures,…
Safety is one of the most important concerns that any general contractor will have. In fact, the profitability of their business actually depends on it. Without a safe work environment, they run the risk of injuries or damage that could set the job back, if not end it altogether. Ensuring that the job site is…