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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.

November 6, 2025 | Announcement

HOSTING AN EVENT? SECURE YOUR TEMPORARY PLACE OF ASSEMBLY PERMIT (TPA) FIRST!

Planning an indoor or outdoor company event? If your guest.

October 1, 2025 | Announcement

KM Associates Proud to Support NYC’s Historic “ADU for You” Initiative

The KM Associates of New York, Inc. team is honored.

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:

August 11, 2025 | Building Code, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), NYC Fire Department, Zoning

WORKING ON A TEMPORARY CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY? HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.

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:

August 6, 2025 | Energy Code, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), NYC Fire Department, Zoning

NEED HELP WITH EV CHARGING STATIONS OR BATTERY STORAGE? KMA CAN HELP

Powering Up NYC Projects: KMA + CrossCheck KM Associates are your one-stop team for EV charging and battery storage compliance. As demand grows for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and on-site battery storage systems, it’s critical to have a knowledgeable partner who can navigate regulatory requirements and streamline the process from concept to closeout.

May 20, 2025 | Announcement

KM Associates Welcomes Roz Espinosa as Director of Major Projects

KM Associates of New York has appointed construction industry veteran.

March 12, 2025 | NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

LOCAL LAW 97 (LL97) GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS REDUCTION COMPLIANCE

  Local Law 97 (LL97) is a key initiative to.

November 13, 2024 | NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

YEAR END INDUSTRY REMINDER FOR 2024-2025

As we approach the end of the year, READ MORE...

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