How Architectural Teams Verify Structural Integrity for Complex Fire Barriers

Fire barriers must extend continuously through concealed spaces and meet strict opening and penetration limits. Verification starts in design and runs through final inspection.

By milrose

Posted 08.21.2026

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July 7 2026

FISP Cycle 10 Is Underway: Why Early Action Can Save You Thousands

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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, […]

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June 25 2026

NYC’s Sidewalk Shed Rules Have Changed. Here’s What Building Owners Need to Know

By milrose

90-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 […]

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June 18 2026

Local Law 97 Reporting Is Now Annual. What Building Owners Need to Know

By Rosie Hernandez

Local Law 97 Reporting Is Now Annual. What Building Owners Need to Know The first filing deadline has passed. The emission caps only get tighter from here. If you don’t have a decarbonization plan yet, now is the time to start. Local Law 97 is no longer something building owners can put on the back […]

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June 4 2026

Facade Issues Don’t Wait. Neither Should You.

By Rosie Hernandez

Cracking, spalling, and water infiltration are often early signs of facade deterioration. Addressing them early helps reduce both compliance risk and long-term costs. Every building communicates its condition through its exterior. Hairline cracks in masonry, discoloration around window frames, and receding mortar joints are often dismissed as normal aging. In reality, they offer early insight […]

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Building Code | June 1 2026

Filing Without Code Consulting Is Costing You More Than You Think

By Rosie Hernandez

Most project delays aren’t the result of poor design. They come from compliance gaps that could’ve been caught earlier. It’s a pattern that shows up again and again. A team spends weeks or months developing a strong set of plans, submits for permits, and then runs into an issue after filing. It could be a […]

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Local Law 97 | October 22 2025

Missed the First Local Law 97 Deadline? Here’s What to Do Next…

By Alaura Berry

What You Need to Know The first LL97 filing deadline has now passed, and so has the window to request an extension. If you did not file for an extension, you may be at risk of significant fines. If your property missed the deadline, contact us immediately. Our team can help you take the next steps […]

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