News | Category: Building Permits

December 13, 2017 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

New Trends for the New Year

See the latest NYC building trends with the new DOB Construction Dashboard

September 15, 2017 | Building Code, Building Permits

Ensuring Sprinkler Safety

Did you know that when working on alterations to existing sprinkler and/or standpipe systems you are required to provide Temporary Core Sprinkler Protection (TCSP)?

August 28, 2017 | Building Permits

Be in Compliance Inside and Out

The NYC Department of Building (DOB) has released new permit requirements for balcony enclosures that are more than 40 feet above street level.

October 17, 2016 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Transportation (DOT), Street Closure

File Special Waivers for Holiday Construction Work Now

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued the 2016 Holiday Construction Embargo for NYCDOT construction permits, which will be in effect on Friday, November 18, 2016 from 6am to 11:59pm and again from Monday, November 21, 2016 from 6am through Monday, January 2, 2017 at 11:59pm.

February 28, 2015 | Building Code, Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Demolition Notification

Notification requirements for demolition work have changed with the implementation of the 2014 Construction codes.

October 17, 2014 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Transportation (DOT)

2014 DOT Holiday Embargo

On November 21, 2014, the NYC Department of Transportation Holiday Construction Embargo will commence and will end on January 3, 2015. This embargo will affect roughly 90% of streets and sidewalks south of 72nd Street in Manhattan, as well as high traffic areas in other city boroughs.

February 28, 2014 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Emergency Work Permits

Due to the recent inclement weather plaguing the New York City area, your property may have suffered damage that is considered an emergency condition.

September 30, 2013 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Does Your Work Require DOB Permits?

Whether you’re replacing windows, repairing a facade or installing a construction fence, it’s important to know if your proposed work requires a permit.

August 30, 2013 | Building Permits, Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC)

Landmarks Permit Guidelines

The Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) issued an introductory overview of their permitting process to assist with changes you intend to make to your landmarked property.

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