Introducing DOB NOW!
DOB NOW provides robust online accounts, making it easier to submit applications, make payments, schedule appointments, check the status of an application or inspection, pull permits and make renewals. DOB NOW will be released in phases throughout 2016 and 2017 with four main components:
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DOB NOW Inspections - is the new name for Inspection Ready. All current functionality remains the same for online scheduling, tracking, and notifications as well as enforcement and development inspections;
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DOB NOW Build - will include job filings, permits, and Letters of Completion. The application is set to go live for plumbing and sprinkler job filings in summer 2016;
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DOB NOW Safety - includes all compliance filings (facades, boilers, elevators) and will be available for selected job filings in the fall of 2016;
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DOB NOW Licensing - will allow for online exam filing, issuance, and renewal for licenses. The licensing portion is set to go live in 2017.
Independent Review Provides Twenty-Three Crane Safety Recommendations
The Crane Technical Working Group, comprised of experts in engineering and government, was established by Mayor de Blasio and Commissioner Chandler following the Tribeca crane collapse in February.
The Technical Working Group consulted with stakeholders across the construction industry and workforce as it crafted its recommendations. The Group's independent review, released on June 10th, examines the present state of cranes, the existing New York City regulatory and enforcement framework, national and international crane regulations, and best practices from other jurisdictions and industries. The report identifies areas of existing New York City regulation that can be strengthened to ensure that New York City continues to have the most robust crane regulations in the nation.
Please click here for a copy of the Working Group's report.
Code Notes
Code Notes cover an array of construction projects for both residential and commercial properties. Each Code Note explains the necessary filings, applicable Codes and zoning, relevant bulletins, directives and memos for some of the most applied for construction projects in New York City.
Licensing Updates
How to Become a Construction Superintendent
Construction Superintendent Registration Renewal
Construction Superintendent & Concrete Safety Manager - How to Make Changes
Construction Superintendent - Supplemental Investigation Questionnaire
Licensing Insurance Guidelines
Site Safety Coordinator Certification Guidelines
Department Approved Courses Provider List
How to Become a Registered Concrete Safety Manager
General Contractor Registration - How to Make Changes
Electrical License - How to Make Changes
Website Updates
Local Law Enforcement (Facades) General Office Contact
Business Owner's Bill of Rights
Minimum Content of Demolition Plan Submissions
June Press Releases
Crane Working Group Releases Recommendations 06.10.16
Current Job Postings
Service Updates
B-SCAN Job Stickers
Printing Not Permitted
Temporary Certificate
of Occupancy (TCO)
Change in Payment Location
UPK Projects
New Inspection Request Process
Construction
Superintendent Rule Revision
Expanded Scope of Work and Duties effective 05.30.16
Elevator Application
(ELV1)
Updated form effective 06.06.16
LL 87/09 Energy
Audits & Retro-commissioning
Extension requests for buildings undergoing construction
DOB NOW:
Inspections
Scenarios for Boiler Inspection Work-Type Requests
Owner PW1 Email Updates
Shed and Scaffold
Jobs
Proof of General Liability Insurance Required
General Liability
Insurance Form (PGL1)
Updated form effective 05.16.16
Administrative
Enforcement Unit (AEU)
Changes to Services & Service Level Agreements
Elevators
Re-Inspections for Immediately Hazardous Violations (Class 1)
Gas Authorizations
Moved to DOB NOW:Inspections
Filing
Representative
3-Year Registration Term
Q-Matic Enhancements
Central Offices
PER11 Pilot Program
Email Submission
Buildings Bulletins
Buildings Bulletins represent the official policies of the Department. Users may perform a key word search to obtain relevant bulletins.
Hearings + Rules
Trade Licenses
1 RCNY 104-26 proposes to add a new Section 104-26 to Subchapter D of Chapter 100 of Title 1 of the Rules of the City of New York, which will allow DOB licensees to deactivate their licenses while remaining active in their respective trades.
Public Hearing 07.08.16
@10am
280 Broadway, 3rd Floor Conference Room
Zoning Resolution/ Construction Codes Determination Requests+Appeals
1 RCNY 101-03 proposes to add fees for Zoning Resolution or Construction Codes Determination requests and appeals submitted to DOB.
Public Hearing 07.19.16
@10am
280 Broadway, 3rd Floor Conference Room
Solar Tax Abatements
1 RCNY 105-02 Amendment streamlines the application process for solar electric generating system tax abatements, especially regarding electrical plans and electrical and construction sign-off.
Effective 06.06.16
Construction Superintendents
1 RCNY 3301-02 promotes public safety by requiring construction superintendents to supervise construction on a greater range of jobs. This rule repeals Chapter 48 of Title 1 of the Rules of the City of New York.
Effective 05.30.16
2014 Construction Code Updates
Update Page # 13 reflects changes made by Local Law 56 of 2016 (effective 06.09.16), amends permit filing fees for new buildings and alterations.
Update Pages are printable inserts to keep your hard copy Construction Codes up to date.
All Update Pages for the 2014 NYC Construction Codes.
Did You Know
Synopses of each unit's responsibilities including contact information is available on our website!
Bill de Blasio, Mayor
Rick D. Chandler, P.E., Commissioner
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