The Office of Technical Certification and Research (OTCR) oversees technical certifications of approved agencies and entities performing inspections, tests, material approvals and evaluates new technology that enhances safety, sustainability and efficiency.
OTCR evaluates the use of materials including but not limited to the following:
Solid fuel ovens
Electrical Equipment - Effective 07/11/19, submissions for Electrical Equipment Review not currently approved by the NYC Electrical Code will be reviewed by OTCR. See 1 RCNY 4000-01.
OTCR also manages approved agency programs including but not limited to the following:
NYC Department of Buildings
Office of Technical Certification and Research
280 Broadway, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10007
(212) 393-2626
OTCR@Buildings.nyc.gov