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DOB Energy Audits: The How-To Guide

How to File Your Emergency Generator

Generators, for either emergency power or standby power, require filing with the Department of Buildings. However, depending on the type of...

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Building Permits Drop as a Result of Changes to the 421a Tax Incentive Program

The 421a program gives tax breaks to developers who construct new residential units in multiple dwelling buildings. The incentive deems new...

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Trends: Densification in New York

In our 2016 Partner Perspective we identified a number of construction trends that are reshaping New York City. Last month, we introduced an article...

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NYC Announces Increased Penalties for Safety Lapses

On Friday, February 12, 2016, Mayor Bill de Blasio and Department of Building Commissioner Rick Chandler held a press conference to announce...

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