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Transitioning from New York City's DOB BIS to DOB NOW

Transitioning from New York City's DOB BIS to DOB NOW

Four years ago, in an effort to improve efficiency, transparency, and customer service, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) announced it...

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Social halls are driving retail innovation, but come with entitlement and construction complexities

Social halls are driving retail innovation, but come with entitlement and construction complexities

The retail industry has taken sharp turns in recent years as technology and social factors made things like showrooming and omnichannel popular.

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The Milrose guide to decoding building code books

The Milrose guide to decoding building code books

Deciphering building code books is no easy task. These regulatory tomes are dense and stuffed with complex technical language. To further complicate...

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How to comply with NYC's new sustainability requirements for roofs

How to comply with NYC's new sustainability requirements for roofs
Local Laws 92 and 94 go into effect on November 15, 2019 and they require all new buildings, expansions or structural roof alterations to provide a...
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