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Sidewalk Shed Legislation Passes

The changes include new requirements for shed design, permit renewals, inspections, and lighting.

 Intro 391-A

    • Allows DOB to issue rules allowing netting – if no public access
    • Allows for not putting up a sidewalk shed if no risk to the public due to lack of nearby public access
    • Raises shed ceiling height from 8 to 12 feet, as needed
    • Increases lighting requirements
    • Adds color options for different parts of sheds

 

Intro 393-A

    • Shed permit renewal every 90 days for all sheds in a public right-of-way; includes description of work completed in last 90 days
    • On second renewal (270 days), fines if work isn’t progressing
    • If fines are not paid, permit may not be issued
    • Rules will include exceptions for work stopped for reasons beyond the owner’s control

 

Intro 394-A

    • Allows DOB by rule to determine the frequency of LL 11 inspections for different building types
    • All inspections must take place every 6 to 11 years

 

Intro 660-A

    • Increases natural and artificial lighting requirements
    • Calls for LED lighting
    • Requires directional adjusting for lamps whose light would impact residential dwellings

 

Intro 661-A

    • Applies to LL 11 projects in commercial districts
    • Adds additional timeframes and fines; all information can be found on full intro

For additional information please visit  https://council.nyc.gov/press/2025/03/26/2824/

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Trip to Capitol Hill

Tusing and Feldman, along with Ted Thurn MPA, Senior Director of Government Affairs at the Institute of Real Estate Management spent two days meeting with congressional staff to discuss important issues facing the real estate industry in New York City.

The group met with staff from the offices of Senators Gillibrand and Schumer, as well as Representatives Torres, Lawler, and Jeffries. They discussed several key issues, including the Corporate Transparency Act, Local Law 97, and the importance of tapping into the knowledge and expertise of property management professionals before New York City laws are passed.

"It is important for our members to be involved in the legislative process and to advocate for the interests of the real estate industry," said Tusing. "We are grateful for the opportunity to meet with lawmakers and their staff to discuss these important issues."

Feldman added, "We believe that it is essential for policymakers to understand the impact that their decisions have on the real estate industry. We are committed to working with them to find solutions that benefit both the industry and the community."

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