The filing window for Sub-cycle 10A is now open. With tighter Department of Buildings (DOB) requirements and updated sidewalk shed regulations in effect, delaying action can quickly drive up project costs. For buildings six stories or taller in New York City, facade inspections aren’t optional. They’re required by law. FISP Cycle 10 is officially underway, […]
June 25 2026
NYC’s Sidewalk Shed Rules Have Changed. Here’s What Building Owners Need to Know90-day permits, no automatic renewals, and escalating fines for inactivity. The days of treating sidewalk sheds as a set-it-and-forget-it approach are over. If you own or manage a building in New York City, the rules around sidewalk sheds have changed significantly. As of late January 2026, the Department of Buildings introduced new regulations under Local […]