NYC DOB Digital Transition for CCD1, ZRD1, and Second Review Requests Starting October 30, 2023 In a recent update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) announced a major transition to streamline several important construction-related processes. Beginning October 30, 2023, all requests for Construction Codes Determinations (CCD1), Zoning Resolution Determinations (ZRD1), and second…
NYC Building Owners Required to Post Energy Efficiency Rating Label by October 31, 2023 Like the NYC Local Laws, which were reviewed by Local Law 95 in 2019, the New York City DoB required all building operators of any building with an area exceeding 25 000 SQM to affix their Building Energy Efficiency Rating Label…
NYC Department of Buildings Updates Filing Requirements for Energy Storage Systems The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has recently updated its filing requirements for Energy Storage Systems (ESS), a critical change for building owners and developers managing site-specific energy installations. Effective October 16, 2023, these new requirements, overseen by the DOB’s Office of…
NYC DOB Updates L2 Forms for Permit Violations with New Penalty Waivers and Exemptions The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) recently announced updates to the L2 forms required for handling civil penalties for work completed without permits. Effective October 16, 2023, only the newly revised forms dated September 2023 will be accepted. These…
NYC DOB Announces New Special Inspection Requirements Under 2022 Construction Codes Starting November 8, 2023, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) will enforce updated registration and accreditation requirements for special inspections in alignment with the 2022 NYC Construction Codes. This initiative, outlined in Buildings Bulletin 2022-014, aims to ensure enhanced inspection standards…
NYC DOB: Important Update on Elevator Violations for 2018-2022 The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) recently issued a critical update regarding elevator compliance for building owners. Starting in October 2023, the DOB will be issuing violations to buildings that failed to file an affirmation of correction on their Category 1 elevator test reports…
NYC DOB Updates Civil Penalty Waiver Requests for Boilers and Elevators The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has recently implemented updates for Civil Penalty Waiver Requests related to elevator violations and both high- and low-pressure boiler violations. This update, effective October 27, 2023, is part of DOB NOW: Safety and aligns with changes…
New NYC DOB Requirement for Artwork on Temporary Structures The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has introduced a significant update regarding artwork on temporary protective structures, such as sidewalk sheds, construction fences, and supported scaffolds. Effective October 27, 2023, building owners who choose to opt out of displaying approved artwork on these structures…
NYC DOB Launches Mandatory Online Solar and Green Roof Filing Starting November 15, 2023 In a new update, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has announced that, starting November 15, 2023, all new Solar and Green Roof applications must be submitted digitally via DOB NOW: Build. This change mandates that only Professional…
NYC DOB Launches New Suspended Scaffold Filing Requirement Starting November 15, 2023 In an important update for construction and building maintenance professionals, the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB) has introduced a new digital process for submitting Suspended Scaffold filings through the DOB NOW: Build platform. This change, effective November 15, 2023, marks…