News | Category: Building Permits

April 13, 2026 | Building Code, Building Permits, Industry Insights, NYC Fire Department, Tenant Protection Plan

Where New York City Projects Actually Get Stuck?

DID YOU KNOW KM ASSOCIATES PROVIDES TENANT PROTECTION, FIRE ALARM AFFIDAVITS, AND FENCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES?

Navigating New York City’s building regulations can be complex. Having the right team involved early in the process can make all the difference in avoiding delays, objections, and compliance issue

April 8, 2026 | Building Code, Building Permits, Industry Insights, NYC Fire Department

Temporary Certificates of Occupancy delays. Its not the system – its the process.

Whether you are a building manager preparing for occupancy or a tenant waiting to move into your space, KMA can help streamline the process and reduce delays.
 
HOW KMA CAN HELP

March 5, 2026 | Building Code, Building Permits, Industry Insights, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

NYC Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): Permitting & DOB/FDNY Requirements

Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects are expanding across New York City, but navigating DOB and FDNY requirements can be complex. KM Associates of New York (KMA) helps property owners, developers, and infrastructure clients manage the regulatory process-from initial filings through inspections and final approvals.

January 16, 2026 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), NYC Department of Transportation (DOT)

NEW SIDEWALK SHED PERMIT RULES ARE COMING — ARE YOU READY?

Beginning January 26, 2026, the NYC Department of Buildings is implementing major changes that will directly impact how sidewalk shed permits are issued, renewed, and tracked. These changes will require more frequent filings, additional compliance steps, and greater coordination between owners, contractors, and design professionals.

September 2, 2025 | Building Code, Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), NYC Fire Department, Zoning

ADVANCING LIFE SCIENCE PROJECTS WITH CONFIDENCE

KMA has a designated team of experts ready to guide you through the Temporary or Final Certificate of Occupancy process from start to finish. Our comprehensive approach includes:

December 8, 2023 | Announcement, Building Permits

New Building Approval on Amsterdam Avenue

KMA is happy to announce New Building approval has been.

November 10, 2023 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Upcoming Holiday Construction Embargo as of Nov 15, 2023 – What You Need To Know

A special Holiday Construction Embargo (HE) shall be in effect.

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)?

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