The Department of State's Division of Building Standards and Codes provides a variety of services related to the development, administration, and enforcement of the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Energy Conservation Construction Code.
To file a complaint against a Code Enforcement Official or a Building Safety Inspector you may utilize the CEO/BSI Complaint Form to allege that a CEO or a BSI has materially failed to uphold their code enforcement duties as a CEO or BSI. (These items are described in 19 NYCRR Section 1208-6.2).
A New York State licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) must submit construction plans to obtain a permit. A Department plan examiner will review the plans for any legal/zoning objections. When objections are satisfied, the Department will approve the application.
The New York State Building Code 2020 is based on the International Building Code 2018 (IBC 2018) with amendments and additions.
The Department of State's Division of Building Standards and Codes provides a variety of services related to the development, administration, and enforcement of the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Energy Conservation Construction Code.
A person or business must have a Home Improvement Contractor License if engaged in the construction, repair, remodeling, or addition to any land or building used as a residence.
DOB enforces the City's Building Code, Electrical Code, Zoning Resolution, New York State Labor Law and New York State Multiple Dwelling Law.
Most Common Violations 1) Failing to Provide Adequate Heat and Hot Water. 2) Absent Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors. 3) Door and Window Locks That Require a Key to Exit. 4) Mold and Pests. 5) Lack of Accessibility.