Contractors with training in green technologies can be designated as a Sustainable Contractor with the Department. Licensees can register by providing their third-party credentials or certifications -- and promoting environmentally friendly construction. Property owners can confirm a contractor's status by using the License Search on the Department's homepage. Our database identifies Sustainable Contractors with a green leaf.

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See Accepted Certifications

Verify if a Contractor is Sustainable (PDF)

Apply to Be a Sustainable Contractor

Get It Done. Together. Program Extended

Proposed Rules

• Work Types Requiring a Permit (PDF): August 3 Hearing

Bulletins

• Buildings Bulletin 2011-018 (PDF): Emergency Power + Stretcher Accommodation for Elevators

• Buildings Bulletin 2011-017 (PDF): Loading Requirements for Design of Balcony Railing Components

• Buildings Bulletin 2011-016 (PDF): Retroactive Sprinkler Requirements - Exceptions to LL 26/04

• Buildings Bulletin 2011-015 (PDF): Building Envelope NYCECC Compliance Exceptions

• 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