By Frank Fortino Nearly two months have passed since Governor Andrew Cuomo’s office sent state legislators a replacement for the 421a tax break, now dubbed “Affordable New York.” That move came two months after initial reports of the office reaching an agreement with developers and construction workers. Will the legislation pass?… View more
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 inspections and testing, the new bulletin provides a detailed explanation of… View more
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. Typically, New York City construction slows down at the end of… View more
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 public art of NYCDOT properties – installed Barrier Beautification murals in… View more
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. After this date, The DOB’s Special Enforcement Program (SEP) Audit and… View more
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 December 13, 2016, it was announced this new historic district has… View more
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 great City. Architects and developers have taken full advantage of the… View more