The Department of Buildings is proud to take part in a multi-agency task force to protect New Yorkers by targeting the most dangerous illegally converted residences. The City is now using risk-analysis to identify properties that pose the greatest threat to people's safety.

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Making NYC ° Cooler

NYC °CoolRoofs launched its second season! Commissioner LiMandri and NYC Service Chief Service Officer Diahann Billings-Burford kicked-off this season of NYC °CoolRoofs at Harlen Housing, a low-income housing center in Harlem. NYC °CoolRoofs is reducing carbon emissions, cutting energy use and lowering temperatures by helping building owners apply a white, reflective coating to their rooftops.
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Rules

• Department Fees Amendment (PDF): Effective July 11

Bulletins

• Buildings Bulletin 2011-014 (PDF): Cell Phone Equipment + Industrial Rope Access (Controlled Descent)

• Buildings Bulletin 2011-013 (PDF): In-building Communications

• Buildings Bulletin 2011-012 (PDF): Smoke Control System Enclosed Wiring

Codes

• NYC Construction Codes Updates: Access Printable Updates Online