NYC DOB Warns Against Unsafe Attachment of Suspended Loads The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) has issued a new safety reminder about the proper attachment of suspended loads on construction sites. This update targets heavy equipment operators using tools like boom cranes and telehandlers, emphasizing that improper handling of suspended loads can be both dangerous…
NYC DOB Extends Expiration for Limited Gas Work Qualifications Issued Before 2020 In an important update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has announced an extension for Limited Gas Work Qualifications that were issued before January 1, 2020. These qualifications will now be valid until December 31, 2024, regardless of their original…
NYC DOB Update: Customer Service Windows Closing Early Due to Weather Conditions In a recent update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) announced that their Customer Service windows across all borough offices will close early on Friday, August 9, 2024. This early closure, set for 3:00 pm, is in response to anticipated…
NYC DOB Cancels Buildings After Hours on August 6 Due to Weather In a recent update, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) announced the cancellation of its popular “Buildings After Hours” program on August 6, 2024, due to inclement weather. This cancellation impacts homeowners, tenants, small business owners, and building managers who rely…
NYC DOB Launches Next Day Review Program in Manhattan as 90-Day Pilot The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) is launching a new 90-day pilot program called the Next Day Review (NDR) on August 5, 2024, designed to speed up approvals for certain simple alteration projects in Manhattan. The initiative aims to streamline the review process…
NYC DOB Update: Gas Work Qualification Exam Now Open-Book The New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has recently announced a significant change to the Gas Work Qualification written exam. Effective August 1, 2024, the exam will now be administered as an open-book test. This change is expected to make the examination process more…
NYC DOB to Waive Certain Penalties Following IT Outage The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) recently announced an important update for building owners and managers. Due to an IT outage caused by CrowdStrike and Microsoft, the DOB’s online system, DOB NOW: Safety, was unavailable on July 19, 2024, and only partially available on…
NYC DOB Introduces New Hoisting Machine Operator License Requirements In a recent update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) announced new licensing requirements for operating specific hoisting equipment, such as articulating boom cranes, mini cranes, and rotating telehandlers. Beginning November 7, 2024, anyone operating these machines in New York City will need…
NYC DOB Announces New Examination Fee Updates In a recent announcement, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has issued an update regarding examination fees for various licenses. Effective May 29, 2024, these fee changes apply to both the written and practical parts of certain license exams, impacting those looking to secure building-related…
NYC DOB Update on Civil Penalties for Elevator Inspection Violations In a recent update, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) announced a change regarding civil penalties related to elevator inspection violations from the 2022 and 2023 cycles. Building owners who missed filing deadlines for affirmations of correction on time may now avoid these…