NYC Department of Buildings Releases 2024 “Buildings After Hours” Schedule The New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) recently announced the 2024 schedule for its “Buildings After Hours” program, a service aimed at offering easier access to NYC DOB assistance for property owners, tenants, managers, and small business owners. “Buildings After Hours” allows the…
NYC DOB Interim Submission Process for Building Determinations and Reviews In a recent update, the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) introduced an interim process for handling certain submission requests that cannot yet be processed through their DOB NOW online portal. This temporary solution affects specific request types, including CCD1 and ZRD1 forms, as well as…
NYC DOB Extends Filing Representative Registration Requirements In a recent update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) announced an important change to the registration requirements for Class 1 and Class 2 Filing Representatives. Typically, these professionals need to complete department-approved training courses to either obtain or renew their registration. However, since the…
New DOB NOW Login Process to Require NYC.ID Account by June 2024 In an update affecting all users of the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) online system, starting June 3, 2024, all existing and new users of DOB NOW will be required to create an NYC.ID account. This new process, part of…
NYC DOB Announces New Online Form for Special Inspection Agency Renewals The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) has issued an important update for Special Inspection Agencies (SIAs) regarding the registration renewal process. Starting on January 15, 2024, SIAs will be required to use a new online form for renewing their SIA registrations. This update aims…
NYC DOB Bronx Borough Office Relocates to Grand Concourse The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) recently announced the relocation of its Bronx Borough Office, moving from its current address at 1932 Arthur Avenue, 5th Floor, to a new site at 1775 Grand Concourse, 5th Floor. This shift will temporarily impact services but ultimately promises enhanced…
NYC DOB Cancels January 16, 2024, Buildings After Hours Due to Inclement Weather The New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has announced the cancellation of its Buildings After Hours program for Tuesday, January 16, 2024, due to poor weather conditions. The program, which typically offers extended access to NYC DOB borough offices for…
NYC DOB Customer Service Windows Closed Due to Weather The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has issued an important update for Tuesday, February 13, 2024, regarding the temporary closure of all DOB Customer Service Windows. Due to anticipated severe weather conditions, the department has decided to close its customer service windows for the…
NYC DOB Extends Final 2022 Benchmarking Compliance Deadline to February 21, 2024 The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) has recently extended the final deadline for 2022 benchmarking compliance. Originally set for February 1, 2024, building owners now have until February 21, 2024, to submit their data. This extra time allows those affected by a recent…
NYC DOB Implements New Compliance Steps for Local Law 154 of 2021 To support Local Law 154 of 2021, which aims to reduce on-site fossil fuel combustion, the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) announced new updates in the DOB NOW portal at the beginning of 2024. In line with New York City’s sustainability objectives, this…