If you tried visiting the NYC Department of Buildings’ Manhattan office on Friday, April 25, and found the doors closed early, you weren’t alone. All customer service windows and offices at 280 Broadway shut down at 1 PM that day. This update is for anyone who may have missed the announcement or still has questions…
Starting September 2, 2025, the NYC Department of Buildings will require updated forms and documents for fire pump and standpipe flow tests. These rules apply whether you’re doing one test or both at the same time. If you plan to submit an inspection request after this date, you’ll need to follow the new steps and…
Construction sites move fast. Workers, machines, and materials move across tight spaces on tighter deadlines. While progress stays in focus, so should safety. Whether you’re building a high-rise in Manhattan or breaking ground in Brooklyn, nothing halts a construction project faster than a preventable injury or inspection failure. A safety planning checklist for construction brings…
Walk onto any active job site in New York City, and the risks are everywhere. Heavy machinery. Elevated work areas. Confined spaces. Hazards that can change a project or a life in seconds. That’s where a Health and Safety Plan (HASP) comes in. It’s a site-specific safety strategy that helps prevent injuries and keeps your…
Construction safety is a top priority, but with various safety documents out there, it can get confusing. Two key plans you’ll come across are safety plans and HASPs (Health and Safety Plans). Although they often appear similar on the surface, these documents serve different functions and apply to different scenarios. In this post, we’ll break…
Construction in New York City is complex. Timelines shift, subcontractors rotate in and out, and regulatory pressure builds fast. One overlooked hazard can throw an entire project off track. Hiring a safety coordinator keeps job sites structured and helps avoid the type of problems that attract violations or slow down progress. This step-by-step guide breaks…
If you’re responsible for filing retaining wall reports in NYC, take note. Updates to the Department of Buildings rule took effect on March 23, 2025. These changes affect inspection procedures, filing classifications, and penalty fees. Let’s walk through what changed and how it affects your responsibilities. Penalties Are Now Much Higher Failing to file a…
If your building is covered under Local Law 97, you can now file your 2025 greenhouse gas emissions compliance report. The NYC Department of Buildings launched the official reporting portal on March 3, 2025. You can access it anytime at nyc.beam-portal.org. You or your representative can submit the report. That includes registered design professionals, qualified…
It’s 2025 and the NYC construction faces the recent changes to the NYC DOB’s “major building.” Now, any new building reaching 7 stories or 75 feet falls under this category, requiring stricter safety measures. At Menotti Enterprise, we understand the pressure this puts on construction companies. We’re here to guide you through these NYC DOB…
Securing building permits in New York City requires careful attention to detail, especially regarding safety regulations. Local Law 147 has increased the scrutiny of these regulations, linking permit approval to the quality and completeness of your Site Safety Plans (SSPs) and Health and Safety Plans (HASPs). This presents new challenges for construction companies, such as…