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...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 24, 2023 | Landmarks / Preservation, Townhouses
If you own a townhouse in NYC and consider enlarging it with a new addition, you may ask yourself if this is possible. Many factors will affect the feasibility of an addition to an existing townhouse. Can You Add a Floor to a Townhouse in NYC? You can add a...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 13, 2023 | FISP Local Law 11, Landmarks / Preservation, NYC DOB
Local Law 11 also known as FISP requires facade inspections to be performed by a licensed architect or engineer who is also qualified as a QEWI. A QEWI is a Registered Architect or Professional Engineer who is certified by the New York City Department of Buildings as...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 22, 2023 | FISP Local Law 11, Landmarks / Preservation, NYC DOB
What is FISP? The Façade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP), formerly known as Local Law 11, is a requirement for buildings to have regular inspections to verify the safety of the exterior walls for buildings over six stories in NYC. Safety reports are filed with...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 8, 2023 | Landmarks / Preservation, Renovations, Townhouses
You just bought a beautiful New York townhouse or one that needs work but has lots of potential. The only problem is there is an ugly fire escape on the front of it. You then ask, can a fire escape be removed from the front of a Landmark Townhouse in NYC? In most...