Skilled Trades Checklists: Solar Energy

Project Checklists contain project-specific details as they apply to the scope of work of the project to provide compliance with the NYC Construction Codes and other regulations. This section contains a list of tasks to assist with compliance.

Checklists include:

Pre-Permit Checklist

  • Construction Drawings.  Make sure Department-approved drawings clearly convey the project scope and the contracted work reflects the approved and full scope of work.
    • If the scope is modified after approval, verify if changes need an amendment – refer to AC Article 104.
  • Insurance Requirements.  Make sure to comply with the insurance requirements for General Liability insurance, Workers Compensation and Disability insurance.  If necessary, update the General Liability insurance when required.
  • Special Inspections.  Make sure to check if the Owner has hired the Special Inspection Agency and their details are submitted – a requirement for obtaining a permit.

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On-going Project Work Checklist

  • Construction Drawings.  Make sure work conforms to approved drawings – see minor variations memo on condensate drains.  However, minor variations are allowed and certain changes may require an amendment.
  • Scope Modification.  Verify if changes need an amendment
  • Site Safety.  The Contractor must maintain their work site in a safe condition during construction and must minimize the risk of accidents and fire.
  • Special Inspections.  Make sure to coordinate work schedule with the Special Inspection Agency to ensure these are completed as required by stage of work.
  • Department Inspections.  Make sure to request or self-certify the required inspections, by stage of completion, and obtain sign-off for the completed work.
  • Self-Certification.  If self-certifying the required inspections, make sure to submit a Notice of Intent to Self-certify, which may be audited.

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Project Completion Close-out Checklist

  • Department Inspections.  Make sure to request or self-certify the required inspections by stage of completion, and obtain sign-off for the completed work.
  • Self-Certification.  If self-certifying the required inspections, make sure to submit a Notice of Intent to Self-certify, which may be audited.
  • As-Built Submission.  Coordinate installation with RDP for submission.  RDP to submit PAA as required.
  • Final Sign-off.  Make sure to complete all Department inspections and obtain final sign-off of the completed work.

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