Updates & News

Sustainability Updates

• New 2021 grades are out for NYC’s largest buildings. Property owners must obtain and print their 2021 Letter Grade Signs from the DOB NOW Public Portal. Read the service notice. Get more information on Energy Grades.
• Find out who won the 2021 Hack Building Code Innovation Challenge and see video of the winning Challenge proposals! Learn more about DOB's Inovation Challenge Competitions.

Learn more about Sustainabilty

• Information for Tenants

  Get resources to assist in renting, maintaining and greening the home, safety tips, and help stopping tenant harassment

• Information for Property Owners

  Get information and help with permits, sign-offs, Codes, zoning, equipment installation, resolving violations, and more

• Information for Workers

  Find safety resources and information, required site safety training courses, and OSHA-authorized trainers near you

Buildings 411

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  Service Updates & Changes

  DOB's latest operational changes, updates, and new service offerings.

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  Code Notes

  Use this reference tool to assist you during the permit approval process.

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  Buildings Bulletins

  DOB's official policies and procedures for development in New York City.

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  Project Guidelines

  Get an overview of industry-related project requirements based on the project type.

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  Site Safety Training

  Required safety training courses for construction site supervisors and workers.

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  Enforcement Bulletins

  See highlights of DOB's actions to sanction and deter industry bad actors.