NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-118.4 — Applications for certificates of occupancy.

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This section outlines the requirements for submitting applications for certificates of occupancy, including the necessity of a final lot survey for new buildings or additions. The Department of Buildings may waive the survey requirement for small structures. Applies to building owners seeking occupancy certificates.

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§ 28-118.4 Applications for certificates of occupancy.

AC § 28-118.4

All applications for certificates of occupancy shall be submitted on forms furnished by the department. Applications for new buildings or additions to buildings shall be accompanied by an accurate and complete final lot survey made by a land surveyor showing such information as prescribed by the commissioner. The commissioner may waive the requirement of such survey in the case of small sheds, stands, temporary structures, signs, and similar small structures.

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