By Frank Fortino A long anticipated clarification has been issued regarding lot line windows and their protection requirements. On June 30th of this year, Technical Affairs issued Buildings Bulletin 2015-017. The stated purpose of the memo was “To clarify Code requirements for lot line openings.” As is often the case with… View more
By Austin Regan Architects working on projects in the outer Boroughs or in parts of Manhattan where parking is required are normally quite pleased with themselves when they figure out how to fit all the spaces that zoning requires into their building or onto an outdoor area on the property. But… View more
By Brian Redlein Site Safety is a Big Deal in New York City. With so many job sites woven so tightly into the urban fabric, it becomes impossible to limit the safety impact of a single job site to within the areas bounded by its property lines. To minimize risk, the… View more
By Penny Laughlin The HUB full service will now be accepting applications for restaurants, retail, or industrial projects. This means in lieu of SBS accepting filings in person at the Borough office, they will now be processed electronically and be examined by the same SBS plan examiners. Under the new initiative,… View more
By Renee Sosnowski The DOB is proposing to repeal four rules that modify national standards for automatic sprinkler, standpipe, and fire alarm systems. The specific rules to be repealed set forth National Fire Protection Association (“NFPA”) amendments relating to elevator hoistways and machine rooms, closets and pantries, hydrostatic tests, and exemption… View more
By Andrew J. Pisani Beginning on August 10th, applicants will be able to submit their Site Safety Plan to the BEST squad via email. This means no more drop off and pick up, so a sure time saver. The emails must be sent to the email address bestplanexam@buildings.nyc.gov with the application… View more
By Garvey Thelemaque Special Inspection Agencies have well documented responsibilities on job sites. In addition, they are obligated to report inspection discrepancies as well as any hazardous conditions found on job sites. SIAs must report discrepancies to the contractor, site safety coordinator and manager. If uncorrected, the SIA must report the… View more