by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 23, 2023 | Landmarks / Preservation, Restoration, Townhouses / Brownstones
New York City Townhouses and Brownstones were mostly built in the mid to late 19th century. Many of these homes, although not all, are Landmarks or in a Landmark District. These homes are well over a hundred years old and often need repairs. One common area of concern... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 24, 2023 | Landmarks / Preservation, New York City, Townhouses / Brownstones
People often use Townhouse and Brownstone interchangeably, but this is only sometimes correct. There is a distinction between the two. What is the Difference Between a Brownstone and a Townhouse? A Townhouse is an attached home within a city. These are built in a... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 30, 2023 | FISP Local Law 11, Landmarks / Preservation, NYC DOB
In New York City, the Façade Inspection & Safety Program (Local Law 11) sets requirements for inspecting buildings over six stories. These inspections operate on a schedule. The FISP Cycle determines when inspection reports are due for which buildings. FISP... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 15, 2023 | FISP Local Law 11, Landmarks / Preservation, NYC DOB
In New York City, buildings over six stories must be inspected once every five years to ensure the public’s safety. An architect or engineer authorized to perform this inspection type is called a QEWI. What is a QEWI? A Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector or... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 13, 2023 | FISP Local Law 11, Landmarks / Preservation, NYC DOB
In New York City Façade Inspection & Safety Program (Local Law 11), sets requirements for the inspection of buildings over six stories. These inspections operate on a schedule. FISP Cycle determines when inspection reports are due for which buildings. FISP... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 13, 2023 | FISP Local Law 11, Landmarks / Preservation, New York City
You may have heard of Local Law 11, a regulation in New York City that requires repairs and maintenance of buildings. What is Local Law 11 in New York City? In NYC Local Law 11 of 1998 also referred to as the Façade Inspection Safety Program or FISP, requires... 
