NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-217.1.1 — Structural inspections of potentially compromised buildings or structures.

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What is NYC AC § 28-217.1.1?

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This section mandates that when a building or structure is deemed potentially compromised, the owner must arrange for a structural inspection within 60 days. A report of the inspection is required to be filed with the Department of Buildings within 30 days. Applies to building owners of potentially compromised structures.

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§ 28-217.1.1 Structural inspections of potentially compromised buildings or structures.

AC § 28-217.1.1

When a building or structure has become potentially compromised, the owner is required to have a structural inspection performed. Such inspection shall be performed within 60 days of the opening of the roof, or within 60 days of the onset of any of the conditions listed in section 28-217.1. A report of such inspection shall be filed with the department within 30 days thereafter in such form and detail and with provision for periodic monitoring of the building or structure as the commissioner may require. (Am. L.L. 2021/126, 11/7/2021, eff. 11/7/2022) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2021/126.

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