The New York City Energy Conservation Code (NYCECC) is based on the current Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State (ECCCNYS) and further modified by New York City local laws. The 2016 ECCCNYS, which is based on the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code and ASHRAE 90.1-2013, …Read More
DOB NOW is the NYC Department of Buildings’ most recent initiative to modernize and streamline interactions with design professionals, owners, contractors and filing representatives. This new online portal will make it easier to submit applications, make payments, schedule appointments, check the status of an application or inspection, …Read More
The Professional Certification Program, which was introduced in 1995, is a filing procedure that allows for construction documents to be accepted without a DOB plan review. Instead, the Registered Design Professional (NY licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect) certifies the application’s code compliance. The DOB has recently …Read More
