The Department of Buildings (DOB) strives to ensure the safe and lawful use of approximately one million buildings and properties in New York City. Ourinspectionstructure is split between developmentinspections(i.e. new structures, major alterations) and enforcementinspections(i.e. complaint response, re-inspections, jointinspections).
Home & BuildingInspectionsCo-op, Condo, Home & CommericialResidential& CommercialInspectionsAccurate Building Inspectors ® provides a comprehensive visualinspectionof all physical mechanical, electrical, heating, plumbing, ventilation, insect infestation and anything that would be of interest to a potential home/building and realpropertybuyer. Essentials Read the FAQ and review ...
High-risebuildings present several unique challenges not found in traditional low-risebuildings; longer egress times and distance, evacuation strategies, fire department accessibility, smoke movement and fire control.High-risebuildings have garnered significant attention in the fire safety world over the years. The multiple floors of ahigh-risebuilding create the cumulative effect of ...
If you are doinginspectionsin rural and suburban areas,high-riseinspectionsmay not be all that frequent for you. For those who live and work in urban areas—especially big cities—however, performinghigh-riseinspectionsoffers the opportunity to increase your business.
Introduction toResidentialInspectionsIn New York City, where buildings range from historic brownstones to modernhigh-risetowers,residentialconstruction must meet some of the most stringent code requirements in the country.
Inspecting Diferent Building Types This job aid reviews the recommended NSPIREinspectionflow and how that flow may difer between various building types. Specific variances can be found on the following page. Theinspectionprocess begins as soon as the inspector arrives on thepropertyand continues until leaving.
