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July 31, 2013 | NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Local Law 31 Extension

To assist with repairing the damage caused by Hurricane Sandy, the city issued Local Law 31. The local law, which allows the waiver of fees required by city agencies such as the Department of Buildings, was intended to be in effect until April 30, 2013.

June 14, 2013 | NYC Department of Transportation (DOT), Street Closure

Summer Streets Embargo

On the first three Saturdays in August, nearly seven miles of New York City’s Streets are opened for pedestrians to play, run, walk, and bike.

May 28, 2013 | Building Permits, NYC Fire Department

New Process for Places of Assembly

Beginning May 7th, 2013, any new or existing valid Places of Assembly will receive a Department of Buildings Certificate of Operation that does not expire. For the first year of issuance, the Certificate of Operation may be posted at the premises on its own.

April 25, 2013 | Building Permits, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Temporary Place of Assembly Permit

Warm Weather. Parties. Permits. Now that spring is here, events tend to pop up all over the city. In order to hold a short-term indoor or outdoor event, the Department of Buildings requires that you obtain a Temporary Place of Assembly Permit (TPA).

March 25, 2013 | Inspections, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Special Inspector Deadline

Is Your Inspector Prepared? Beginning May 13th, 2013, agencies performing special inspections must register and obtain a new Special Inspector Agency number with the Department of Buildings.

February 26, 2013 | NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Improved DOB Plan Process

What Does the Department of Buildings Look For When Reviewing Plans? Recently the DOB has improved their plan exam process and issued guidelines to help avoid common issues.

January 22, 2013 | Building Code, Building Permits, Zoning

Moving Projects Forward With New Resolutions

It’s the beginning of a new year, and we want to help you start it off right. This is the time when we all reflect on the past and make resolutions for the coming year. To keep your company moving forward, here are a few New Year’s resolutions to consider…

December 18, 2012 | NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Going Online Instead Of Waiting In Line

Did you know…? The NYC Development Hub has gained a lot of traction in the last year. It’s the online plan review center that the NYC Department of Buildings (DoB) initiated in October 2011.

December 1, 2012 | Construction Embargo, NYC Department of Transportation (DOT)

Holidays Start Early For Construction

Have you ever wondered why New York is so quiet in the winter months? That’s because the Department of Transportation issues an annual Holiday Construction Embargo against outdoor construction in particular parts of the city.

November 28, 2012 | Building Code, Construction Embargo, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)

Disaster Preparedness

On behalf of KM associates, we hope that you and your families have made it through Hurricane Sandy safely. The storm has caused widespread damage. If you were affected by the hurricane, you may need to repair your building immediately.

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