NYC Parapet Law | Your guide to New York's Local Law 126 for annual parapet inspections

What You Need to Know About NYC Parapet Inspections

Starting January 1, 2024, building owners in New York City must conduct annual parapet inspections for all buildings fronting public rights-of-way. These inspections are crucial to ensure public safety and must be documented and maintained for six years.

These inspections include all building types except single-family detached homes, regardless of height or occupancy. Even if your buildings do not qualify for FISP inspections, you must still comply with Local Law 126.

According to the New York City Administrative Code Section 28-301.1.1 and 1 RCNY §103-15, parapet inspections must be performed annually by a competent person, which includes architects, engineers, building superintendents, handymen, masons or people in a similar construction-related trade, and other qualified professionals.

Inspection Requirements

Parapet must be plumb within 1/8 of its cross-sectional thickness.
Check for excessive deterioration, including cracks, loose bricks, and rot.
Ensure appurtenances like telecommunications equipment and railings are stable.

Reporting Requirements

Address and contact details of the building owner.
Inspector’s name, contact information, and affiliation.
Date(s) of inspection and location plan of parapets.
Detailed construction and condition of the parapet, with photo documentation.

Notification of Unsafe Conditions

Immediate notification to the Department of Buildings.
Public protection measures must be implemented and unsafe conditions corrected within 90 days.

Why Choose Stanza?

Automated Reporting

Generate comprehensive inspection reports with ease, including all required details and photo documentation.

User-Friendly Interface

Our intuitive interface makes it easy for supers and other personnel to conduct inspections and enter data.

Real-Time Notifications

Receive instant alerts for any hazardous conditions identified during inspections.

Secure Record Keeping

Maintain and access your inspection reports securely for up to six years, as required by law.

You don't need an engineer to have compliant reports.

Our report format has been vetted and tested by industry partner PVE Engineering, one of the leading firms for Local Law 11 and Local Law 126 inspections in NYC. Our software is designed to allow building superintendents and property managers to perform the parapet inspections themselves, with expert guidance.

Hear from Our Clients

Stanza has not only eliminated the stack of papers on my desk, but it provides me with a more accurate process to performing NYC's parapet inspections right from my phone.

Marco Batista, P.E., PVE

Stanza has helped us streamline our inspections, significantly reducing the amount of time required after the inspection to transfer notes and caption photos. We are now able to complete these tasks while still on site, in a customizable format to suit our client’s needs.

Thomas McNutt, P.E., Harbourside Engineering Consultants

Stanza has reduced the time I spend writing inspection reports while making it easier to document compliance with NYC DOB regulations.

Alon Egozi, P.E., ASE Engineering

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