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NYC Construction Project Guidelines for Owners
As the owner you are responsible for knowing and understanding Department requirements and other local regulations that must be...

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Registered Design Professionals - Professional Engineers in NYC - New York City DOB
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Construction Document Submission Requirements at NYC DOB - New York City Department of Buildings
Plan Examination Each project is unique, and the amount of required information and details vary. When submitting construction documents...

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Construction projects in NYC that do NOT require a permit - New York City
Most construction in New York City requires approval and permits from the Department of Buildings. Some minor alterations may be done...

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How to Obtain a Construction Permit in NYC - New York City
There are many permit types, such as construction, boiler, elevator and plumbing. The primary permit applications are: New Building (NB),...

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Selecting a Design Professional for your project in NYC - New York City
Purchasing a house, co-op, condo, building, or land brings responsibility, and property owners must legalize any illegal construction...

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Find Licensed Engineering Professionals in NYC - New York City
Safe construction begins when qualified and experienced professionals are hired. Property owners are responsible for any work performed...

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How Request Waiver of DOB Penalties for Failure to File Boiler Inspection Report in NYC - New York
(6) Waiver of penalties. An owner may request a waiver of penalties assessed for violation of Article 303 of Title 28 of the...

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Penalties for Failure to File Boiler Inspection Report in NYC - New York City
Civil Penalty Reference Chart for Low- & High- Pressure Boilers The Boiler Unit issues violations (LL6291/LBLVIO/HBLVIO) to the property...

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Opening a New Restaurant in NYC - New York City? Hire an Engineer
Plan Your Space Find a location zoned for your business. Learn more at: on.nyc.gov/zoning. Consult a licensed professional to review your...

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Feb 20, 20232 min read
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Requirements for Kitchen Exhaust in Apartments and Houses in NYC - New York City
505.1 Domestic Systems Where domestic range hoods or domestic appliances equipped with downdraft exhaust are provided, such hoods and...

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Using Medium-pressure Gas Piping in NYC - New York City?
Medium-pressure piping will only need to be welded for piping 4" sizing and larger: 403.1.1 Pipe Size and Pressure Limitations Gas...

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Jan 18, 20231 min read
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When are Boiler Inspections Required in NYC ? - New York City
Article 303 - PERIODIC BOILER INSPECTIONS Section 28-303.1 §28-303.1 General. Periodic boiler inspections shall be performed in...

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Jan 17, 20233 min read
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Do I need a NYC DOBNow Plumbing (PL) permit to replace an Oil Boiler in New York City?
No, an oil burner replacement is done by the Oil Burner Installer (OBI) as a Boiler Equipment (BE) or Limited Alteration Application...

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How much does a new backflow-device installation cost in NYC? - New York City
The following prices are estimated based on average industry prices for parts and labor: For very small buildings (1 story) installation...

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Jan 16, 20231 min read
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Minimum Required Toilet Facilities Based on Occupancy
According to the Building Standards and Codes Department of the state of New York, provisions for the "Minimum Number of Required...
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Is it Legal to have Your Doors Fixed Open in Your Retail Store in NYC - New York City?
In 2015 New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio put a new law into effect that does require New York City business owners to keep their doors...

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Jan 11, 20231 min read
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Preliminary Commissioning Report Requirements - NYC MEP Engineer - New York
C408.2.4Preliminary commissioning report. A preliminary report of commissioning test procedures and results shall be completed and...

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Jan 10, 20231 min read
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How to Determine if Your Gas Piping Has Been Filed with the DOB in NYC - New York City
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How to view your Certificate of Occupancy? - New York City - NYC
A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) states a legal use and/or type of permitted occupancy of a building. New buildings must have a CO, and...

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