Building Contract For Alterations And Additions In Bronx
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Some projects that typically need a permit include: Major renovations or additions to existing buildings. Electrical work. Plumbing installations or changes. HVAC system installations or changes.
Depending on the size of the project and how much detail they need, it can take anywhere from 1 to 4 months from initial consultation to delivery for an architect to draw up plans. First drafts take anywhere from 3 days to 2 weeks. Commercial projects can take anywhere from 2 to 10 months.
An Alteration Type 2 (Alt2) application is filed for standard interior demolition and/or renovation work that doesn't affect the use, egress or occupancy of the space, and therefore doesn't require a new or amended CO. An Alt2 may either be filed as a Directive 2 (D2) or Directive 14 (D14) application.
The architect will create a diagram of your project. This often involves several meetings with you to review design concepts and ideas. Once you have settled on the design, your architect will create the official plans. This part of the process takes a couple of meetings and can require about two months of time.
This process is usually overseen by the buildings management company and they present the information to the board as a packet once all the required documentation is collected. On average, most project approvals take between 2 and 4 weeks once the board receives the package and assuming no permits are required.
If all documentation is received and insurance papers are in order usually within a day or two. However, new construction, major additions, and other permits could take up to two weeks depending on workload.
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.
Most construction in New York City requires approval and permits from the Department of Buildings. Some minor alterations may be done without a work permit.
Concrete placed at any building under construction in New York City is required to be tested to ensure it meets the structural design requirements of the project.
