Technical Certification & Research

The Office of Technical Certification and Research (OTCR) oversees technical certifications of approved agencies and entities performing inspections, tests, material approvals and evaluates new technology that enhances safety, sustainability and efficiency.

OTCR evaluates the use of materials including but not limited to the following:

• OTCR Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Indoor Automated Parking Garage Systems
• Solid Fuel Ovens
• Electrical Equipment - Effective 07/11/19, submissions for Electrical Equipment Review not currently approved by the NYC Electrical Code will be reviewed by OTCR. See 1 RCNY 4000-01.

OTCR also manages approved agency programs including but not limited to the following:

• Approved Agencies - including progress inspection, concrete testing, and product testing and certification agencies
• Special Inspections

Contact OTCR

NYC Department of Buildings
Office of Technical Certification & Research
280 Broadway, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10007
Phone: (212) 393-2626
Email: OTCR@Buildings.nyc.gov

Helpful Links

• OTCR Rule
• OTCR Forms
• Material Acceptance
• Special Inspections
• Approved Agencies
• Buildings Bulletins
• MEA Resources