Boiler Compliance Filings in DOB NOW: Safety
Beginning Monday, August 14, all 2017 boiler inspection cycle compliance filings must be submitted in DOB NOW: Safety Friday, July 28, 2017 will be the last day that the Department will accept filings in-person for the 2017 boiler inspection cycle. Register in eFiling today to get access to DOB NOW. If you have any questions, please feel free to submit an inquiry to DOB NOW Online Help.
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DOB NOW: Safety Boiler Resources
DOB NOW: Safety for Boiler Compliance FAQ
Free Deck and Retaining Wall Inspections
DOB is offering free inspections for any decks, porches or retaining walls in New York City. Part of our annual No-Penalty Deck and Retaining Wall Inspection Program, homeowners have the opportunity to schedule an appointment with a DOB inspector to ensure these structures are safe. A deck or a retaining wall that is not properly maintained could pose a danger to you and your family, and a collapse could mean costly repairs. Contact 311 today to schedule your appoinment.
Info Sessions For DOB NOW: Build Antennas & Curb Cuts
Beginning August 28, 2017, all antenna and curb cut job filings must be submitted through our online portal DOB NOW: Build. The portal allows users to file from the comfort of their home or office, while bringing a new level of transparency to the process. Sign up today for one of our DOB NOW: Build information sessions for antennas and curb cuts to learn more about the change.
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Antenna and Curb Cut Job Filings Launch Service Update
Construction Safety Presentations Now Online
The presentations from this year’s Build Safe│Live Safe Conference are now online. With topics ranging from forensic engineering to flood protection, these presentations - given by Department experts - highlighted safe construction operations and industry trends in an array of fields.
2017 Build Safe│Live Safe Conference Presentations
Disciplinary Cases
A criminal summons was issued to a building owner in Brooklyn for violating a Stop Work Order issued by the Department. The Stop Work Order was issued for the illegal construction of a one-story extension behind the existing residential building without proper DOB permits.
$75,000 in fines was levied against a general contractor and a subcontractor for a failure to safeguard their construction site in Manhattan, and a failure to comply with a Commissioner’s Order to lower a construction crane during high winds.
DOB recently issued violations to 19 separate properties for illegal alterations done without DOB approval. The resulting civil penalties for these violations totaled over $360,000.
DOB issued multiple violations to the owner of a 6-story building in the Bronx for failure to file façade inspection reports in three successive cycles, as required by Local Law 11. DOB’s continual enforcement actions compelled the building owner to file the required façade inspection report for the building.
Additional Disciplinary Actions & Voluntary Surrenders
Industry Code of Conduct for Construction Professionals
Website Updates
DOB NOW In-Borough Support Kiosks Locations
Project Requirements: Withdrawals of Project Application, Applicant and Licensee
Electrical Advisory Board Meetings, Summary, Outcomes and Calendar Numbers
Industry Notice: Site Safety Plan (SSP): Minor Revisions
Licensing
Department Approved Course Providers
LIC62: Physical Examination Form
Obtain a: Special Sign Hanger License
Special Sign Hanger License Renewal
License Renewal: Master Plumber
License Renewal: Oil Burner Equipment Installer
Obtain a: Registered Construction Superintendent Number & Card
Registration Renewal: Concrete Safety Manager
Obtain a: Class A Hoisting Machine Operator License
Obtain a: Class B Hoisting Machine Operator License
License Renewal: Hoisting Machine Operator Class A & B
Obtain a: NYC Hoisting Machine Operator Class C1, C2, or C3
Hoisting Machine Operator Class C License Renewal
Obtain a: Master & Special Electrician License
License Renewal: Master & Special Electrician
Obtain a: Site Safety Coordinator Certification
Certification Renewal: Site Safety Coordinator
Obtain a: Site Safety Manager Certification
Certification Renewal: Site Safety Manager
Registration Renewal: Construction Superintendent
Obtain a: Class A, B or C Master Fire Suppression Piping Contractor License
License Renewal: Master Fire Suppression Piping Contractor
Service Updates
DOB NOW: Inspections
Gas Authorization and Plumbing Sign-off Request Changes
DOB NOW: Safety
eFiling: Registration Required to submit Boiler Compliance Filings
Boiler Insurance Agency
Inspectors
eFiling: New Enrollment Process
DOB NOW: Build
Antenna and Curb Cut Job Filings Launch
High Pressure Boiler
Operators/Stationary Engineers
eFiling: New Enrollment Process
Filing Representatives
eFiling: Registration Changes
Registered Landscape
Architects
eFiling: New Enrollment Process
License Applicants and
Current Licensees
Fitness Requirements
Cranes and Derricks
New and Revised Forms
DOB NOW: Inspections
Borough Support Kiosks
Cranes and Derricks
Revised Frequent Inspection Requirements
After-Hours Variance
Application (PW5) Updated
DOB NOW: Inspections
Owner Email Updates
New Electrical Advisory
Board Submission Requirement
Asbestos Abatement Compliance Required
Code Notes
Local Laws
Reporting on Illegal Conversions
Local Law 87 of 2017 (effective 5/30/17) amends the Administrative Code of The City of New York, in relation to reporting on illegal conversions of dwelling units for other than permanent residence purposes.
Illegal Conversions
Local Law 94 of 2017 (effective 9/27/17) amends the Administrative Code of The City of New York, in relation to illegal conversions.
Water Pollution Control
Local Law 97 of 2017 (effective date contingent upon DEP rulemaking) amends the New York City Charter, the Administrative Code of The City of New York, the New York City Plumbing Code and the New York City Building Code, in relation to water pollution control, including provisions relating to stormwater management and control of discharges into storm sewers.
Reporting on Illegal Conversions
Local Law109 of 2017 (effective 5/30/17) amends Local Law 50 of 2015, relating to the preservation of certain hotels, a moratorium and report relating to such preservation, and the expiration and repeal of such amendments, in relation to extending the effective period of the provisions of such local law and requiring a supplemental report relating to such preservation.
New York City Housing Maintenance Code
Local Law 153 of 2016 (effective 6.4.17) amends the Administrative Code of The City of New York, in relation to requiring owners to provide notice to their tenants regarding procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected.
To view the New York City Housing Maintenance Code, click here.
Hearings + Rules
Amendment of Rules Implementing Energy Code
1 RCNY 5000-01 The Department of Buildings (DOB) is proposing to amend the rules implementing the New York City Energy Conservation Code to conform to proposed changes in the New York City Energy Conservation Code that are necessitated by updates to the New York State Energy Code.
Public Hearing:
07.20.17 @ 10am -
280 Broadway, 3rd Floor
2014 Construction Code Updates
Update Page #26 reflects changes made by Local Law 87 of 2017 (effective 05.30.17), in relation to reporting on illegal conversions of dwelling units for other than permanent residence purposes.
Update Page #27 reflects changes made by Local Law 46 of 2017 (effective 6.19.17, in relation to criminal and civil penalties for the performance of unlicensed electrical work.
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
Buildings owners have a legal responsibility to ensure that all window air conditioner units are securely installed as detailed in the manufacturer's instructions.
Failure to secure a window air conditioner unit, or using blocks of wood, bricks or telephone books to prop up the AC unit, can result in violations from the Department.
Rick D. Chandler, P.E., Commissioner
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