Rebuilding After Sandy

 

Recently Enacted Resiliency Legislation

• Guide to Recently Enacted Resiliency Legislation

• Summary of Resiliency Legislation

 

Information about Rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy

• Build it Back Program: Application + Permit Fees Waived

• Preparing Sites for Extreme Weather

• Guide to Rebuilding After Hurricane Sandy Updated 02.2015

• FAQ on rebuilding to meet flood standards

• Executive Order on flood standards

• Executive Order on flood standards - with explanations

• Emergency Rule Governing Construction of Buildings in Special Flood Areas

• Press release on flood standards

 

Fees Waived for Hurricane Sandy Repair Work

In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Mayor Bloomberg has signed an emergency order waiving all Department of Buildings application and permit fees for repair work to buildings damaged by Hurricane Sandy.

• Read the Press Release

• Learn More

 

Information for Property Owners

• Rapid Repairs

• Storm Tips

• Getting Back Into Your Home

• Green, Yellow and Red Placard Information

• Red Placard Information for Building Owners

• Find a Licensed Professional

• Post-Storm Deck & Porch Safety for Homeowners

• Re-Occupancy of Buildings in Zone A

• Selecting an Architect

• Working with an Architect

• Questions for Prospective Architects

 

Information regarding Emergency Repairs

• Temporary Boiler & Fuel Oil Storage

• Emergency Electrical Restoration Information

• Emergency Plumbing Work Information

• Con Ed Self-Certification Form for Electricians

• Information for Architects & Engineers Doing Repairs/Reconstruction

• Elevator Repairs and Replacement

• Boiler Repairs: Hurricane Sandy Damage

 

Additional Information

• DEC Residential Oil Remediation Assistance

• DEC - Permit Requirements for Pumping Water in NYC Suspended

 

To learn more about Department initiatives, read our recent press releases and service notices. You may also sign up for Building News for regular Department updates.