New 2025 Local Laws That Could Reshape Sidewalk Sheds and FISP Cycles
Published on May 21, 2025 by Exterior Walls, Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), Facade Inspections, Facades, Sidewalk Sheds, Uncategorizedin Exterior Walls, Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), Facade Inspections, Facades, Sidewalk Sheds, Uncategorized
In response to the growing presence of long-standing sidewalk sheds across New York City, the City launched the “Get Sheds Down” initiative in July 2023. Building on that momentum, the City Council passed a series of new local laws in 2025 that overhaul sidewalk shed regulations and revise elements of the Facade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP). These legislative changes aim to expedite facade repairs, improve sidewalk shed design and safety, and potentially extend the timeline between mandated facade inspections.
Read moreFISP 10th Cycle is Underway: Key Updates for 2025
Published on May 21, 2025 by Building Envelope, Exterior Walls, Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), Facade Inspections, Facades, Sidewalk Shedsin Building Envelope, Exterior Walls, Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), Facade Inspections, Facades, Sidewalk Sheds
The 10th Cycle of the NYC Facade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP) is now officially underway. Building owners, property managers, and boards must stay up to date on new rules and penalties as they plan their inspections and repair programs. Here are the latest updates for 2025.
Read moreRAND’s 12th Annual Book Bingo Challenge: 328 Books Read, $3,000 Raised for Literacy
Published on May 16, 2025 by RAND Gives Backin RAND Gives Back
Our team read 328 books and filled 357 Bingo squares in this year’s Reading Bingo Challenge, raising $3,000 through RAND Gives Back to support My Own Books, a nonprofit helping NYC students build their own home libraries.
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