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Tip of the Month: Breathe Easier with NYC Air Code Revisions

Tip of the Month: Breathe Easier with NYC Air Code Revisions

While summer is heating up, legislation is taking effect to cool down some of New York City’s biggest air quality pollution sources. These revisions...

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Signs of the Times: Are NYC Sign Regulations Unconstitutional?

Signs of the Times: Are NYC Sign Regulations Unconstitutional?

The Supreme Court Case of Reed v. Town of Gilbert came to a close on June 18, 2015. This case involved the potential issue of content-based...

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New York City Releases First-ever Code of Conduct for the Construction Industry

New York City Releases First-ever Code of Conduct for the Construction Industry

On July 20, Buildings Commissioner Rick Chandler released a first-of-its-kind reform for the Department of Buildings (DOB): a Code of Conduct for the...

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New Filing Option for Site Safety Plan Façade Alterations

New Filing Option for Site Safety Plan Façade Alterations

To monitor the safety of major construction projects in New York City, the Department of Buildings (DOB) requires specific projects to file a site...

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