What Is FISP / Local Law 11?
NYC buildings taller than six stories must have their façades inspected up close every five years under the Façade Inspection Safety Program. Here’s what building owners need to know.
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Understanding Local Law 126 — Parking Structure Inspections
Local Law 126 requires periodic condition assessments of NYC parking structures. Under Local Law 71 of 2024, each structure must be assessed by January 1, 2028, and at least every four years after. We break down what PIPS means for building owners and property managers.
Read More →Proposed Changes to Local Law 11 — What’s on the Table for 2025
The DOB has proposed major updates to FISP including switching to a 6-year inspection cycle, reducing hands-on requirements for lower-risk buildings, and exploring drone inspections.
Annual Parapet Inspections are required under NYC Local Law 126 for all buildings with parapets facing public spaces. A qualified inspector conducts close-up observations of all public-facing parapets to assess stability, alignment, and signs of deterioration such as cracking, displacement, and failed mortar joints. Findings are documented and reported to building owners with recommended remediation scopes to maintain compliance and protect occupants and pedestrians below.
NYC Sidewalk Shed Rules — What Changed in 2026
Sidewalk shed permits issued or renewed on or after February 2, 2026 are limited to 90 days and no longer renew automatically in DOB NOW. Here’s what that means for active projects.
Read More →SAS Completes Full Restoration of The Belnord Courtyard
Saghari Architectural Services oversaw the full restoration of the Belnord’s historic courtyard garden — one of the most iconic prewar courtyards on the Upper West Side.
Leak investigation and testing involves systematic water infiltration testing of building envelope components including windows, through-wall flashings, roof edges, and façade cladding. SAS uses controlled water testing methods to isolate the source of leaks and distinguish between roofing, façade, and mechanical causes. A full written report with photographic documentation and repair recommendations is provided to the building owner.
SWARMP vs. Unsafe — Understanding FISP Filing Conditions
Every FISP report is filed under one of three conditions — Safe, SWARMP, or Unsafe. Understanding the difference is critical for building owners managing repair timelines and DOB compliance.
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