By Renee Sosnowski The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently adopted a rule to establish a new penalty for certain violations of Subdivision (b) of Section 24-154 of the New York City Administrative Code. Effective December 18, 2020, the amendment to the city’s Air Code Penalty Schedule subjects… View more
By Tynesha Goode Effective January 10, 2021, new buildings and alterations that include replacement of all exterior glazing must comply with Local Law 15 of 2020, which requires bird-friendly design and construction. The law excludes alterations that do not replace all exterior glazing (a building’s glass panels and elements), including storefront… View more
By Frank Fortino Here we are in the final month of a year unlike any other. We as individuals and as an industry have faced—and continue to endure—tremendous challenges. Our country as a whole continues to struggle as the pandemic takes a heavy economic toll, leaving many hungry, homeless, and unemployed…. View more
By Joseph Bastone The New York City Construction Codes require all property owners in the five boroughs to build and maintain their properties in safe condition. For your building to be in complete compliance, you must assess the property for any open violations or filings before starting any construction. Open violations… View more
By Penny Laughlin Per Local Law 106 of 2019, new Tenant Protection Plan (TPP) requirements went into effect on November 10, 2020. The registered design professional responsible for preparing the TPP must now be retained by the general contractor. The permit holder is required to sign a statement that certifies that… View more
By Rose Perez For owners of buildings in community districts 1, 3, and 10, the first gas piping inspections required by Local Law 152 of 2016 are due by December 31, 2020. The law, which went into effect on January 1, 2020, requires inspection of gas piping systems in all buildings… View more
By Tynesha Goode The many nuances in design and construction often bring challenges regarding which municipal agency approvals are required for construction projects. From the early planning stages, conducting a thorough review of applicable zoning regulations and construction codes can save developers and buildings owners significant time and money. Zoning Review… View more
