Seasonal Planning
May 2026
Summer 2026 Façade Restoration: Why May–August Is the Optimal Work Window
Why May through August is the optimal season for NYC façade restoration work — and why waiting means delays, cost increases, and winter risk.
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DOB Safety
May 2026
Parapet Wall Failures: The #1 DOB Violation and How to Prevent It
Parapet walls are the leading cause of DOB violations in NYC. Here's why they fail and what property owners can do to prevent it.
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DOB Compliance
May 2026
DOB Sidewalk Shed Regulations 2026: What Building Owners Need to Know
NYC's updated sidewalk shed regulations affect every building with scaffolding. Compliance, fees, and timeline changes property owners need to know.
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FISP Compliance
April 2026
Spring 2026 FISP Deadlines: Is Your NYC Building Due for Inspection?
Sub-Cycle 4 filing deadlines are approaching. Find out if your building is due and how to avoid DOB violations, fines, and emergency pricing.
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Building Envelope
April 2026
Waterproofing vs. Repointing: When Your NYC Building Needs Which
Understanding the difference between waterproofing and repointing. When each is needed, how they work together, and what building owners should know.
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AI & Innovation
April 2026
How AI Is Reducing Change Orders in NYC Restoration Projects
How drone data and artificial intelligence are eliminating scope surprises, reducing change orders, and delivering more accurate proposals for building owners.
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FISP & Local Law 11
March 2026
FISP / Local Law 11 Compliance: What Every NYC Building Owner Needs to Know
Understanding FISP cycles, DOB deadlines, inspection requirements, and how to avoid costly violations. A complete guide for NYC building owners and property managers.
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Drone Technology
March 2026
How Drone-Assisted Façade Inspections Are Changing NYC Restoration
Why high-resolution drone surveys produce better data, faster timelines, and more accurate proposals than traditional rope-access inspection methods.
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Historic Preservation
March 2026
LPC Compliance: Restoring Landmarked Buildings Without Compromising Character
Navigating the Landmarks Preservation Commission approval process. Materials matching, submission requirements, and avoiding costly non-compliance.
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