List of Code Notes

Code Notes covers 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.

In addition, Code Notes cross-references requirements under the Code with other provisions, centralizing complex information typically spread out across the City’s Building Code, Zoning Resolution, NYC Fire Code, Multiple Dwelling Law, Energy Code and other provisions into a more accessible format. This includes required approvals from other City Agencies, such as the Department of Transportation and the Landmarks Preservation Commission.

Available Code Notes

• Adult Establishment

• Antenna Cellular Telecom Alterations

• Builders Pavement Plans

• Cabaret

• Certificate of Occupancy & Temporary Certificate of Occupancy

• Combining Apartments

• Daycare - Under Revision

• Decks & Porches

• Detached Garages

• Directive 14 of 1975 Alterations

• Eating and Drinking Establishment

• Energy Code - Commercial Alterations

• Energy Code - Residential Alterations

• Energy Code - Residential New Buildings

• Energy Code Commerical New Buildings

• Facade & Balcony Inspections

• Foundations

• Letter of No Objection or Letter of Verification

• New Building Mixed Use

• One- and Two-Family NBs

• Place of Assembly

• Plumbing Systems

• Residential Conversions

• Retail

• Retail Laundry Facilities

• Revocable Consent

• Scaffolding

• Sidewalk Sheds

• Spray Booths

• Sprinkler Systems

• Standpipe Systems

• Subdivision

• Temporary Place of Assembly

• Yoga Dance Studios

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