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Beat the Summer Heat: NYC Pool Inspections

Op Ed: Shutting out experts won't help the city fast-track projects

Provisions of a new system would hinder code consultants' interactions with the Department of Buildings, slowing down approvals. [Read more]

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Important Filing Advisory

As part of the New York City Department of Buildings's Building One City plan, the DOB has launched several recent initiatives aimed at improving how...

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Avoid Common Objections on D14 Applications

Avoid Common Objections on D14 Applications

There are several types of applications at the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), but the most common filed throughout the city is an Alteration Type...

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Cooling Towers and Other Mechanical Equipment: Annual Inspections

Cooling Towers and Other Mechanical Equipment: Annual Inspections

For any equipment that obtains an Equipment Use Permit (EUP Card) from the Department of Buildings (DOB) during the sign off process, the FDNY is...

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