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Façade & Local Law
To keep buildings safe, owners of properties higher than six stories must have exterior walls and appurtenances inspected every five (5) years – and they must file a technical façade report with the Department. See NYC Construction Codes §28-302.1 and RCNY §103-04. As of February 20, 2020, the new Façade Rule has been in effect. See FAQs for information on 1RCNY 101-07 and 1RCNY 103-04.
Property owners must repair dangerous conditions within 90 days of filing a technical report. Once the work is finished, owners must file an amended report within two weeks. The technical report must be submitted by a Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI). Contact us to receive a quote for FISP Inspection.
Inspection & Report Deadlines
Façade report and maintenance/repair deadlines are divided into cycles. The Department has added sub-cycles to make it easier for owners to hire qualified professionals and contractors. The last digit of a building’s block number determines if the property falls into sub-cycle A, B, or C. See Cycle 9 Sub-Cycle Diagram below.
Facade Report Classifications
Safe - No problems and in good condition; or
Safe With a Repair and Maintenance Program (SWARMP) - Safe, but requires repair/maintenance; or
Unsafe - Problems/defects threaten public safety.
Fees and Penalties
Initial Report - $425
Amended/Subsequent - $425
Late Filing - $1,000 Per Month
Failure to File - $5,000 Per Year
Failure to correct SWARMP -$2,000
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