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Buyer-side guidance built on verified DOB permit data for NYC building managers navigating contractor selection, scaffolding compliance, and Local Law 48 deadlines.
Co-op Board Scaffolding RFP Template: NYC 2026 Guide
A copy-ready NYC scaffolding RFP template for co-op boards, with scope, COI, LL48 timing, bid scoring, and conflict-disclosure sections.
Jun 2, 2026·14 min read
FISP Cycle 10 Guide for NYC Building Managers (2026)
FISP Cycle 10 deadlines, costs, and action plan for NYC building managers. Sub-cycle lookup, penalty math, and what to do if classified Unsafe.
Jun 1, 2026·18 min read
How to Budget for a Co-op Facade Repair Project in NYC
Phase-by-phase facade repair budget for NYC co-op boards. FISP inspection costs, scaffolding, repair ranges, LL48 penalties, and financing options compared.
Jun 1, 2026·9 min read
Local Law 48 Penalty Exemptions: NYC Payment Workflow
Local Law 48 penalty exemptions, DOB payment blockers, renewal evidence, and proposed waiver rules for NYC sidewalk shed owners before their next renewal.
Jun 1, 2026·10 min read
Sidewalk Shed Progress Report Requirements: NYC Checklist
NYC sidewalk shed renewals now require progress reports. See what the RDP documents, what owners collect, and when to start before Day 90.
May 29, 2026·10 min read
FISP Safe, SWARMP, or Unsafe: NYC Facade Classifications
Safe, SWARMP, and Unsafe classifications under NYC FISP: what each means, repair timelines, lender impact, and how the SWARMP-to-Unsafe escalation works.
May 28, 2026·11 min read
How to File a FISP Report in DOB NOW: Manager Guide
Step-by-step guide to filing your FISP report in DOB NOW: Safety. eFiling setup, QEWI workflow, fees, deadlines, and what to do if DOB rejects.
May 28, 2026·12 min read
What Is a QEWI in NYC? Facade Inspector Requirements
A QEWI is the NY-licensed engineer or architect legally allowed to perform your building's FISP facade inspection. Who qualifies, costs, and how to hire one.
May 28, 2026·12 min read
NYC Facade Examination: What Building Inspectors Check
See what NYC facade inspectors examine, from masonry to parapets, plus a preparation checklist and what Safe, SWARMP, and Unsafe mean for your building.
May 28, 2026·12 min read
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