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Code Question: What is the Process for Decommissioning a Fire Tower?

Back to Basics: Best Practices for Asbestos

Before you can obtain that all-important construction permit from the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB), you must secure several items. One...

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Reminder: Include Flood Maps for Non-SFHA Projects

According to the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB), applicants and certified applicants in all filings and drawings that are located in a...

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New Jersey News: IBC 2015 Brings a Mixed Bag of Restriction and Relief

As you may have heard, the 2015 International Building Code (IBC 2015) is now in effect. The grace period is underway as the new codes are adopted...

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DOB Closings: Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) will be closed on Friday, December 25, 2015, in observance of Christmas Day, and on Friday, January...

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