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DOB Provides New Guidelines for Rooftop & Terraces in NYC

Local Law 56 of 2016 Changes DOB Filing Fee Structure

Local Law 56 of 2016 Changes DOB Filing Fee Structure

The Department of Buildings filing fee structure has not been adjusted in over a quarter century, with the last change having been implemented in...

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Comparing the Environmental Impact of Adaptive Reuse to New Construction

Comparing the Environmental Impact of Adaptive Reuse to New Construction

Recently, developers are increasing focus on adaptive reuse projects for urban investment opportunities. Driven by the millennial generation’s...

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Envisioning the Future: Adaptive Reuse at Philadelphia’s 147-Year-Old Navy Yard

Envisioning the Future: Adaptive Reuse at Philadelphia’s 147-Year-Old Navy Yard

Like all projects, adaptive reuse projects start with an idea. Over time, the idea grows into a plan and the plan grows into a movement that changes...

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Deadline Quickly Approaching for New FDNY Rules. Is Your Building Compliant?

Deadline Quickly Approaching for New FDNY Rules. Is Your Building Compliant?

In June of 2016, the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) adopted new rules, 3 RCNY §505-01 & 505-02, which requires specific signage and fire...

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