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Code & Zoning / Department of Buildings / Industry News
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 ...
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This article continues our series on the men and women who make magic happen here at Metropolis Group. If you would like to recommend someone for a future employee spotlight, please email us with your nomination and let us know why you ...
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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 ...
Read MoreDepartment of Buildings / Industry News
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. ...
Read MoreDepartment of Buildings / Energy Efficiency / Industry News
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 ...
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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 ...
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By Gregory Fortino As a reminder, Local Law 196 of 2017 mandates 40 hours of site safety training (SST) for workers at job sites that require a Construction Superintendent, Site Safety Coordinator, or Site Safety Manager. The training requirement increases ...
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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 ...
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By Frank Fortino As many of you already know, Metropolis Group recently promoted Gregory Fortino to Chief Operating Officer. This development holds tremendous opportunity not only for our organization, but also for our clients and our industry as Greg combines ...
Read MoreCode & Zoning / Fire Code / Fire Department / Industry News
By Thomas Romero Following the Bronx fire that claimed 17 lives earlier this year, New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed into law five pieces of fire safety legislation. The new laws reduce the timeline for correcting certain violations, impose ...
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By Brian Earley At Metropolis Group, we are always looking for opportunities to provide clients with valuable, relevant information, whether educating them on the construction codes or providing clarification on confusing aspects of the code. Earlier this month, on April ...
Read MoreEnergy Efficiency / Industry News
By Penny Laughlin If the New York City Benchmarking Law applies to your property, you have until May 31 to enter and submit your building’s usage data. Previously, the deadline was May 1. Codified in Local Law 84 of 2009 ...
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