Last week we celebrated the career of our Staten Island Borough Commissioner Lisa Amoia, who is retiring after 17 years of dedicated service to New York City. Thank you Lisa for all of your hard work and dedicate service for the people of our City. Safe travels and enjoy your retirement!
NYC Department of Buildings
Government Administration
New York, NY 25,969 followers
Ensuring the safe & lawful use of buildings & construction sites in NYC.
About us
The New York City Buildings Department ensures the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the Building Code and the Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency and professionalism.
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http://www.nyc.gov/buildings
External link for NYC Department of Buildings
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- Government Administration
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- New York, NY
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- Government Agency
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- 1892
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New York, NY 10007, US
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We’re getting a lot of positive feedback from sustainability advocates, real estate folks, and affordable housing enthusiasts on our new rule set! This most recent shout out from the Durst Organization, shows how NYC is working to support building owners as they in turn work to comply with Local Law 97 and meet the aggressive emission reduction goals set in the law. These cogeneration systems allow building owners to create both heat and power for occupants in a more efficient manner and our rules are look to acknowledge that.
Since Local Law 97 was adopted, we have been advocating for changes that would decarbonize buildings in a practical and reasonable manner. We share the City's goal of reducing its carbon footprint. However, by prematurely forcing buildings to electrify, cogeneration systems, that create energy using natural gas, would be penalized. As a result, carbon emissions would increase because the downstate grid has yet to add any significant renewable energy sources. The NYC Department of Buildings recently released the proposed rule package for Local Law 97 and we are pleased that the package allows cogeneration systems to be part of their comprehensive approach to reducing NYC's carbon emissions. Efficient cogeneration, including our system at One Bryant Park, creates low carbon energy and provides resiliency as the grid transitions to more renewable, clean energy sources. Thank you to the Department of Buildings, The Durst Organization Engineering & Energy Services team, REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York), New York Energy Consumers Council, and the many other partners who have been working tirelessly on these strategies to lower emissions.
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To close out #ClimateWeek, please meet our dedicated partners in creating a sustainable New York, ASHRAE! In takes a lot of effort to promote sustainable building, and we at DOB are incredibly fortunate to have so many friends working together to create a better future for all!
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This morning, NYC Department of Buildings announced proposed amendments to the rule that address Local Law 97 fees. NYCEEC CEO Curtis Probst has expressed our support for these amendments. "Recently proposed rules by NYC DOB balance providing relief for buildings subject to Local Law 97 that are constrained by finances (including co-ops and condos where carrying costs are significantly outpacing inflation) and maintaining the incentives for buildings to become cleaner and more efficient for the benefit of all New Yorkers."
To celebrate the end of Climate Week, we’re making public our THIRD proposed rule set for the implementation of Local Law 97 – NYC’s groundbreaking initiative to make our City carbon neutral. We’re very excited that this rule set includes the GreenHOUSE Fund, which is one of several initiatives geared towards ensuring compliance AND supporting affordable housing throughout NYC. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSX3vT7c
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To celebrate the end of Climate Week, we’re making public our THIRD proposed rule set for the implementation of Local Law 97 – NYC’s groundbreaking initiative to make our City carbon neutral. We’re very excited that this rule set includes the GreenHOUSE Fund, which is one of several initiatives geared towards ensuring compliance AND supporting affordable housing throughout NYC. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSX3vT7c
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This #ClimateWeek may be coming to a close, but at DOB creating a more sustainable future is a year round priority! If you are interested in learning more about Local Law 97 and compliance, please join us and our partners at ASHRAE next week (Oct. 2) for a FREE webinar " Local Law 97: Article 320 Information Guide." We hope to see you there! https://lnkd.in/eqETMtBm
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We just announced a major win for environmental justice 🌎 🏙 💚 It's a new helpful tool for #LocalLaw97 compliance that guarantees emissions reductions and supports decarbonization of affordable housing. Announced as a part of our third rule set for LL97, the “GreenHOUSE Fund” will specifically help target improving air quality in disadvantaged communities, creating a more sustainable future for all New Yorkers. Many thanks to our friends at HPD, MOCJ, the Urban Green Council, and the Fifth Avenue Committee, as well as Deputy Mayors Meera Joshi and Maria Torres-Springer, who attended this morning press conference commemorating the announcement! Check out the full release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSX3vT7c
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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from DOB 🙂 Let’s spend this month recognizing the major role Hispanic and Latino Americans have played in the development industries our agency regulates –- helping to design, build and maintain our great City. Special thanks to DOB’s Hispanic Heritage Employee Resource Group, who put on a great celebration in honor of the occasion!
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🎶 Thank you for being a *sustainable* friend 🎶 This #ClimateWeek, we’re giving thanks to some of our valued partners in building a sustainable future in NYC! For today’s entry meet our friends at the Sustainability Help Center and the NYC Accelerator!
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This Week's Get to Know DOB! Meet Prabhakar Cruwndhi, our amazing Director of the Applications Service Desk! Think of the Applications Service Desk as the ultimate “Helpdesk” for the entire business world, supporting both internal and external users with any technical or business application challenges they face on a daily basis. In his role, Prabhakar spearheads IT support for DOB NOW BUILD, our core business application, ensuring all internal DOB users are empowered and equipped to tackle their day-to-day operations. Let's give Prabhakar a big shoutout for keeping the wheels turning at DOB!
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