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By Robert Proffitt, R.A. The Construction Safety Act introduced by the New York City Council last January offers additional examples of the growing disconnect between government institutions and the people they serve. While the concepts behind the 21-bill package are ...
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By Robert Proffitt, R.A. One month into the New Year, 2017 already promises to be an exciting time for the construction industry. We’re seeing more active projects than ever across the board, spanning vertical markets and boroughs. A running start. ...
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By Frank Fortino On January 18, 2017, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) issued Buildings Bulletin 2017-001 to clarify testing requirements when altering fuel gas piping systems. While the New York City Fuel Gas Code (FGC) addresses required ...
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By Renee Sosnowski The Department of Buildings (DOB) is proposing to amend section 104-01 of Title 1 of the Rules of the City of New York relating to license qualifications. The amendments more accurately reflect the current qualification process for ...
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By Brian Lafferty The risk of fire and construction sites go hand in hand, and FDNY always emphasizes the importance of keeping smoking far away from project sites. In order to drive home the message, “No Smoking” signs need to ...
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By Andrew J. Pisani The start of the new year always triggers one thing – the expiration of annual permits. With the limited staffing these days at all the city agencies please look all your annual permits now and get the ...
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By Frank Fortino First off, I hope that everyone feels rested, recharged, and ready for another great year. From the opening bell, 2016 was a fast paced and interesting year as we continued to create a diversified skyline for our ...
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By Penny Laughlin Last month, the Landmark Preservation Commission held a public hearing for the calendared area known as the Sullivan – Thompson Historic district. To most New Yorkers, this area is known as Greenwich Village, simply, “The Village.’ On ...
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By Garvey Thelemaque A new email submission process for the PER12 Manual Appointment Requests will launch on January 9, 2017. Applicants must submit their PER12 requests for an appointment by email to the SEP Audit and Inspections Unit at PER12Appointments@buildings.nyc.gov. ...
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By Wayne Sheppard DOT Art had a busy year in 2016, and left its mark on many streets, sidewalks, fences, jersey barriers, plazas, bridges and medians. The program – which partners with community based organizations and artists to present temporary ...
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By Mario Aurioso Emergency Work Notifications (EWN) can be filed on an LAA (Limited Alterations Application) when work is necessary, by a Licensed Master Plumber, Licensed Master Fire Suppression piping contractors, and Licensed Oil Burner installers. These professionals may file ...
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By Mario Aurioso All Gas Test and Gas Finish self-certifications will no longer be allowed for work done in the borough of Manhattan. Gas Test and Gas Finish inspections will now require a physical inspection by the DOB. All inspections ...
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