The 2014 NYC Building Code (sec. 3302.1) defines “Partial Demolition” as: “The dismantling, razing, or removal of structural members, floors, interior bearing walls, and/or exterior walls or portions thereof, including all operations incidental thereto.” The 2014 NYC Building Code requires a Site Safety Plan for construction or demolition for “Major Buildings” that are also more […]
The New York City Department of Building enforces the 2016 NYC Energy Code for any work type where energy usage applies. Exceptions are life safety items like Sprinklers and Fire Alarm, as well as buildings in Land-marked Districts. If the building in question is in a designated historic district, the exception for 2016 NYCECC compliance […]
We often get asked by clients, “Do I really need a permit to do the work I am proposing?”. Although the answer is not always clear, the answer is most often “yes”. The following presents, the relevant sections from the 2014 New York City Building Code regarding permits. It also discusses and links to RCNY […]