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As we head into the final quarter of 2025, several key Local Law deadlines are fast approaching — and some have shifted since the start of the year. New York City has clarified how extensions for Local Law 97 affect related reporting under LL88 and LL84, and enforcement is now in effect for newer requirements like lead paint inspections, annual parapet reports, and the PIPS annual checklist for parking structures.

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The NYC DOB has extended the 2025 LL97 compliance deadline to December 31, but only if you file an extension by August 29. Our latest article breaks down what this means for LL97, LL88, and LL84 reporting, who qualifies for the extension, and how to avoid penalties.

  With the first Local Law 97 (LL97) compliance deadline approaching, building owners now have extra time to submit their reports, thanks to a recent NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) Service Notice. A 60-day grace period extends the deadline from...

New York, NY – RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC is proud to announce it is now an approved NYC Accelerator Service Provider. The program, an initiative of the NYC Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice, connects building owners and...

RAND Building News & Insights, January 2025 Staying on top of NYC’s building compliance deadlines is more important than ever. This year is a critical one for compliance, with major Local Law 97 and 88 deadlines driving significant changes in...

RAND Building News & Insights, November 2024 With the year-end approaching, it’s time to make sure your building is ready for upcoming NYC compliance deadlines in safety and energy performance standards. These regulations include inspections for building safety and new...

NYC Benchmarking Deadline Alert: May 1, 2024 The 2024 Benchmarking Covered Buildings List is out. Owners of buildings on the list must submit their energy and water usage data by May 1, 2024, to comply with NYC Benchmarking Law (Local...

RAND Building News & Insights, October 2023 Your essential guide to staying ahead of crucial compliance deadlines and securing the safety of your property. Whether your building boasts parapets, spans over 25,000 square feet, includes parking structures, or has facades...

With persistent leaks posing a significant challenge, the Peter James Co-op Board at 201 E. 25th St. near Gramercy Park embarked on a major capital project to safeguard the building's HVAC infrastructure integrity and provide a long-lasting solution to a...