RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC

RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC

Temporary Construction Equipment (Sidewalk Sheds, Fences, Scaffolding, etc.) No Longer Requires a Final Inspection

Project closeouts just became a little easier. As of November 5, 2022, a Technical Report (TR1) – Final is no longer required for temporary construction equipment permits. Per a recent NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) Service Notice, this applies to sidewalk…

New Local Laws and Important Upcoming NYC & Jersey City Compliance Deadlines

RAND Building News: Upcoming and New Local Law Compliance Deadlines Whether in response to a recent tragedy or looking ahead to take preventive precautions, laws and regulations governing building maintenance are constantly evolving to better keep our communities healthy and…

Professional Women in Construction Names Valerie Landriscina, RA 20 Under 40 Outstanding Women in Construction 2021

RAND is proud to announce Project Architect Valerie Landriscina, RA has been named Professional Women in Construction 2021 20 Under 40 Outstanding Women in Construction award recipient! Professional Women in Construction (PWC) is a woman based non-profit organization, whose focus…

Energy Efficiency Reports Must Be Filed by Registered Design Professionals Beginning January 1, 2022

As part of NYC’s Greener, Greater Building Plan, Local Law 87/09 requires owners to have an energy audit conducted on their base-building systems; undertake energy-efficient maintenance practices as part of retro-commissioning; and file an Energy Efficiency Report (EER) with the…