When New York City passed the Climate Mobilization Act of 2019, the legislation was groundbreaking in terms of ambition. Notably, Local Law 97 of 2019 laid the groundwork for reducing the city’s total greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2050. The Department of Buildings (DOB) and various government officials have since… View more
By Austin Regan, R.A. Where has the year gone? Back in November 2021, I wrote an article saying that the implementation of the 2022 code was right around the corner. We have now turned the corner, and it is now staring us in the face. The last day to file under… View more
By Andrew Pisani The new Business Express Service, created by the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), makes it easier for business owners in landmark buildings to obtain permits. The program supports businesses—such as restaurants, retail stores, and offices—located in storefronts and other street-level commercial spaces in LPC-designated buildings and historic districts…. View more
By Katherine Baerga As of September 12, 2022, DOB NOW: Build now includes the Major Projects Development Program (MPP). The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) created the MPP to streamline the approval process for large, complex construction projects. Benefits of MPP Participation Development projects accepted for the MPP will… View more
By Andrew Pisani The world has changed dramatically since New York City passed the Climate Mobilization Act of 2019. While our attention has been focused elsewhere, compliance deadlines for Local Law 97 of 2019 (which governs building emissions) have steadily approached. New emissions limits go into effect in 2024, and all… View more
By Bruno Caligara By now, many of you are gearing up for November 7, 2022, when the 2022 NYC Construction Codes become effective. Any projects filed on or after that date will fall under the new codes—unless specific actions are taken before the deadline. The Department of Buildings (DOB) has released… View more
By Katherine Baerga Last month, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced new zoning amendments that would support small businesses, create affordable housing, and promote sustainability. The measures advance his vision of transforming the Big Apple into an inclusive, equitable “City of Yes,” based on the previously released Rebuild, Renew, Reinvent:… View more
