What Proactive Architects Must Anticipate During an Institutional Building Alteration Review

Institutional alterations face stricter egress, fire, and accessibility requirements than standard commercial projects. Anticipating those triggers during design prevents filing setbacks.

By Alaura Berry

Posted 09.10.2026

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September 8 2026

Florida’s Building Code Is Changing. Here’s What to Submit Before It Does.

By milrose

Florida updates its building code on a roughly three-year cycle, and the next update is a big one. The 9th Edition of the Florida Building Code takes effect December 31, 2026, replacing the current 8th Edition (2023). For any project still moving through design, the date on the calendar matters as much as the drawings […]

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July 7 2026

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

By milrose

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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