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Local Law 11/FISP Repair & How It Can Affect NYC Buyers

Formerly known as Local Law, The NYC Fau00e7ade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) mandates that all buildings in New York City have their facades regularly inspected and repaired if theyu2019re more than six stories tall. But what exactly is the FISP safety program? Letu2019s take a closer look:

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Local Law 11/FISP Repair & How It Can Affect NYC Buyers

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  1. Local Law 11/FISP Repair & How It Can Affect NYC Buyers

  2. Formerly known as Local Law, The NYC Façade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) mandates that all buildings in New York City have their facades regularly inspected and repaired if they’re more than six stories tall. But what exactly is the FISP safety program? Let’s take a closer look: Why does FISP/Local Law 11 exist? Designed to protect pedestrians from being harmed by falling bricks, concrete and other façade elements, Local Law 10/80 was instigated in 1979 after a student was fatally injured by a falling piece of masonry on a Manhattan building. Further amendments were made to the code, primarily the passage of Local Law 11/98 and institution of the FISP Safety Program in 2013.

  3. What are the requirements of the Local Law 11/FISP safety program? Local Law 11 requires the owners of New York City buildings that are taller than six stories, to have their exterior walls and appurtenances inspected every five years. Once an inspection has been carried out, a technical report must be filed with the Department of Buildings that classifies the façade elements as being safe, safe with a repair and maintenance program or unsafe. If any elements of the façade are found to be unsafe, the problem(s) must be addressed and repaired within 30 days.

  4. Inspections usually take place every five years, and must be carried out, witnessed or supervised by what the DOB refers to as a ‘Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector’, and they must be either a New York State registered Architect (RA) or New York State Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with at least seven years of experience. Fortunately, there are reputable construction firms throughout the state who can not only carry out the inspections professionally, but the repairs, too. Check local listings for more up-to-date guidance on having your NYC building professionally inspected.

  5. How many NYC buildings are subject to FISP inspections? A whopping 12,000 plus New York City buildings are currently subject to the inspection protocol of FISP.

  6. What takes place during a FISP/Local Law 11 Inspection? Covering the envelope and appurtenances of the facades of all buildings that are higher than six stories, a FISP inspection includes parapets, balconies, fire escapes, railings and greenhouse enclosures. Inspections carried out with industrial rope access, motorized scaffolds and boom lifts, are mandatory along all street and public-right-of-way facing facades. Other types of facades may be inspected with the use of high-strength binoculars, in which the condition of the walls will be documented with notes and photographs, and the report filed with the New York City Department of Buildings.

  7. How might FISP/Local Law 11 affect NYC homebuyers? When looking for a home to buy in New York City, it’s essential that your agent checks the buildings’ FISP compliance status, as having one carried out can be costly and time consuming. Did you know that you can even request a NYC buyer agent commissions rebate when you hire a buyer’s broker? This may be able to reduce your closing costs and save you a lot of money on your final purchase.

  8. There are many amazing homes in New York City, and living in such a vibrant and fast-paced place can be exciting, however, be sure not to get caught out with costly FISP repairs, by working with a reputable broker who can keep you informed and updated as to the FISP status of any building in the city that you are interested in moving into. If you’re already a New York City building owner and are concerned about the status of your building, reach out to a local construction firm who carry out inspections and repairs.

  9. RZ Construction Group Inc is a fully inclusive and one of the best general contractors and local law 11 contractors in NYC. From initial design to final clean up, our results speak for themselves. We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded to provide both commercial and residential construction services to customers in Astoria and the surrounding area. Proud to serve New York State for 25 years. No job is too small nor too big. If you are looking for masons in Queens NY or want to know more about our wide range of professional but affordable construction and repair services, reach out to us at (718) 938-9887.

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