By Brian Lafferty Good question. To make it more interesting, an address must be verified before any work can be approved by the DOB. So resolving the house number is one of the early steps of any project. The process is two-fold – first you must request verification of the Address,… View more
By Penny Laughlin With it’s move to digitization, the DOB is collecting more and more fees and payments online. Considering the size and volume of these transactions, they are facing many of the same issues as large commerce companies – most notably, credit card fees. That’s about to change. Starting this… View more
By Austin Regan The recent tragic fire in the residential midtown tower known as the Strand brought to light some interesting dilemmas regarding the way fires are fought and the way buildings are designed to protect against fires. As a highrise building, the Strand was essentially constructed of non-combustible materials. Fire… View more
By Andrew J. Pisani It’s the start of 2014, and that means one thing – the expiration of annual permits. Annual permits have a way of being over-looked, and we can no longer rely on the City Agencies to send out a reminder or annual bill on time. If deadlines pass,… View more
By Frank Fortino I’m often asked about the relationship of the DOB and the FDNY, and I try to explain this complex coexistence in very simple terms. The DOB’s mandate is to provide the foundation for us to build safe and secure buildings, that can still satisfy the aesthetic and technological… View more
As the city we live in evolves so does our industry and technology. With that being said, it is my pleasure to announce the launch of Metropolis Group, Inc.’s newly re-designed website (located at www.metropolisny.com) which will be to provide users with a better online experience, improved functionality and interactive tools…. View more
One thing’s certain about our industry – there are no slow times of the year. It’s a great career path for people who are hard working, resilient, always up for challenges, and love working with other smart professionals. Metropolis is currently interviewing the following positions: NYC Building Code & Zoning Consultant,… View more