GEARING UP FOR COLDER WEATHER AND THE NEXT CYCLE OF LOCAL LAW 11/98 (FISP) - SUB-CYCLE 10A |
FISP CYCLE 10A BEGINS FEBRUARY 2025!
Owners and Managers of any buildings 6+ stories with a building block # ending in 4, 5, 6 or 9… The deadline for all Sub-Cycle A buildings is February 21, 2027.
Now is the time to address all SWARMP and UNSAFE items from your previous Local Law 11 (FISP) report in order to meet the deadline.
Once all necessary SWARMP or Unsafe conditions have been corrected, the Building Owner must hire a Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector, or QEWI, to perform an inspection of the building facades and appurtenances in order to assign the building a classification of Safe, SWARP, or Unsafe.
For previously filed Safe 9th Cycle FISP reports, now is the time to budget for costs associated with Cycle 10 compliance, including QEWI inspection costs, scaffolding or boom lift costs for up-close physical inspections, probing for any cavity wall buildings, and DOB filing fees.
Your inspection must be completed and a report filed with the DOB on time in order to avoid any violations, fines or penalties and potentially hazardous conditions to the public. 10th Cycle Local Law 11/98 (FISP) Filing Deadlines: |
LATE 9TH CYCLE SUBMISSIONS Haven’t filed a 9th Cycle FISP report yet? There’s still time! The 9th Cycle filing window does not close until February 21st, 2025, so in order to avoid extensive penalties and fines, your building should be inspected ASAP to meet compliance requirements by the deadline. How can we help?
Should you require our services regarding Local Law 11/98 (FISP) inspection or repair design services, please feel free to contact us at info@merrittengineering.com. Continue to check our website for the most up-to-date information, including DOB issued amendments.
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REMINDER - ANNUAL PARAPET WALL INSPECTIONS DUE 12/31/24 Section 28-301.1.1 of the NYC Administrative Code added by Local Law 126 of 2021 requires that all buildings, regardless of height, must have an annual inspection of their public right-of-way facing parapets.
INSPECTION The annual parapet inspection must be performed by a qualified professional or person competent to inspect parapets, such as an Engineer, Architect, or NYS-authorized building inspector.
A close-up inspection of the entire parapet must be performed and identify items such as overall plumbness, excessive deterioration, and a determination that appurtenances (such as telecommunications equipment, railings, etc.) have been installed and maintained in a stable condition.
REPORT
A report must then be prepared to indicate whether any unsafe conditions were found and identify actions necessary to remedy the unsafe conditions. If unsafe or hazardous conditions are found, the DOB must be notified immediately, a sidewalk shed must be erected, and repairs must be completed within 90 days. HOW WE CAN HELP
For more information on the inspection process, report requirements, exceptions, and the official new Rule, please continue reading here.
Our team at Merritt is extremely knowledgeable of parapet wall requirements and is well-equipped to assist with any parapet inspections you may require. Please feel free to contact us at info@merrittengineering.com should you have any questions or need assistance with this new requirement. |
Robots are taking on Roofing |
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| Construction robots are now working at a job site near you. From Dusty Robotics’ Field Printer, which operates like a roaming printhead, transforming the ground plane into a blueprint to Spot, the agile mobile robot from Boston Dynamics, who automates sensing, inspection, and data capture, cutting-edge robotics are transforming job sites, ushering in a New Era of building efficiency and safety.
Continue reading here. |
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Emission-Tracking Tool for LL97 Penalties |
Under Local Law 97 regulations, energy use for 2024 must be reported by May 1st, 2025, and this information will determine the penalties if emission thresholds are exceeded. Con Edison and climate technology firm Logical Buildings have released a real-time emission-monitoring tool to track daily and weekly electricity and gas consumption and to show whether the building is under or exceeding their compliance threshold and by what percentage through 2040.
Read Habitat's full article here, posted by Logical Buildings.
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Assess Post Storm Damages and Plan Repairs |
The 2024 hurricane season isn’t over yet and has already been extremely devastating to many areas. Homeowners and business owners should do everything they can to protect themselves and their property before, during and after a storm.
Rainy conditions and high winds can severely impact exterior components of a building that are already at risk, such as cracks in exterior masonry and deteriorated roofing conditions. Take note of which locations need repair – for example, if you have water ponding on your roof, are currently experiencing leaks, or structural problems occur, report them to an engineer and request a professional inspection with recommendations. The structural soundness of your building should be of the upmost importance to ensure safety.
If would like to schedule a building survey to assess any post storm damages and determine if repairs are required, please feel free to contact us at (718) 767-0923 for the Northeast or (954) 691-0009 for the Southeast region. |
NYC's Most Haunted Neighborhood |
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| We'll give you a hint - this village is the crown jewel of New York City - an exciting and eccentric neighborhood covered in leafy trees and beautiful old buildings. It lies at the halfway point between the Financial District and midtown. Continue reading here... if you dare. |
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FL Feature Project - University of Miami
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Merritt Engineering was retained to redesign and reconfigure the existing tiered seating configuration in the auditorium of the University of Miami, School of Communications, Shoma Lecture Hall to promote interactive learning and support hybrid lecturing. A more collaborative seating layout was designed to incorporate large work surfaces and swivel chairs so students are better able to interact with each other.
Our FL team has completed numerous projects for educational institutions and are familiar with the unique challenges they bring. Please feel free to contact us regarding your next project at (954) 691-0009. |
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How can we help you?
We are currently helping several of our clients get their buildings in shape, coordinating inspections and testing, leak investigations, façade and roofing restoration projects. All projects are managed efficiently by our team from beginning to end and are designed to provide sustainable, cost-effective results. We believe in providing our clients with the quality service they deserve. We would be happy to do the same for you.
Call us today at (718) 767-0923.
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About Us
Established in 1986, Merritt Engineering has become a leading Engineering firm specializing in Building Restoration and Structural Design. We have extensive experience in Façade Restorations, Roofing & Waterproofing, Historic/Landmark Preservation, Design/Rehabilitations and Construction Administration.
For over 30 years, we have delivered customized, practical and cost-effective engineering solutions to properties throughout the United States including commercial, residential, healthcare, government and educational facilities. Today, Merritt continues to build a strong reputation through its commitment to preserving and enhancing our city’s skyline.
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