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Zoning Exhibits for New Buildings and Enlargements

DC Implements First Major Zoning Code Update Since 1958

The first major update to Washington DC’s Zoning Regulations and Zoning Map since 1958 went into effect last Tuesday, September 6.

This rollout of...

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Milrose Guide to Deciphering the DOB

Dealing with the Department of Buildings (DOB) can feel like drowning in alphabet soup. Below is a list of the most common acronyms and abbreviations...

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Get Ready for New York State and City's New Energy Code

New York City and New York State will adopt a new version of the energy code that will bring major changes to New York and the construction industry....

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A Little Known Alteration Type 1 Exception

The Department of Buildings (DOB) has a dual role of balancing the need for a process that ensures the safe condition of buildings for owners and...

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