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5 Common FISP and Sidewalk Shed Myths Debunked
Think you know the rules? If you own or manage a building in New York City that’s over six stories, you’re likely familiar with the Facade…
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Local Law 47 Brings Big Changes to NYC Sidewalk Shed Requirements
Local Law 47 of 2025 brings big changes to how sidewalk sheds are designed and installed in New York City. From increased height and lighting requirements…
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New 2025 Local Laws That Could Reshape Sidewalk Sheds and FISP Cycles
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…
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FISP 10th Cycle is Underway: Key Updates for 2025
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…
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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…
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Don’t Shed the Shed Prematurely
As mandated by New York City Building Code, the Department of Buildings requires buildings with unsafe exterior conditions to protect people from falling masonry and debris.…
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Sidewalk Sheds: A Necessary Annoyance
According to the Department of Buildings, there are more than 8,500 sidewalk sheds and scaffolds throughout New York City. If an article in Sunday’s New York…
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A City of Sidewalk Sheds
As you wend your way through the streets of New York, especially in Manhattan, you can’t avoid walking under or around construction sheds, those ubiquitous steel-and-plywood…