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…
NYC DOB Issues Update on Elevator Inspections and Penalties In a recent update, the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) announced that they will be issuing violations for specific elevator-related requirements. The update impacts owners who failed to file necessary reports for elevator tests and inspections from 2023. Penalties will begin to apply starting September 2024,…
NYC DOB Updates Definition of ‘Major Building’ for Site Safety Compliance In a recent announcement, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has redefined what qualifies as a ‘major building’ in New York City. This change impacts the site safety rules for certain buildings and introduces new criteria for buildings based on height and…
NYC DOB Update: Full Gas Work Qualification Requirements Announced For those doing gas work in the city, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has released a notable change. This update mostly addresses the expiration of Limited Gas Work Qualifications and describes the procedures needed to get a Full Gas Work Qualification. The…