In New York City, it’s the law for owners and building managers to hire special inspectors to make sure projects are being built according to the NYC building code: A small office fire may seem like something that can be dealt with easily, but without a sprinkler system that has been installed and tested according to code, that small fire may escalate into a more dangerous situation that can harm life and damage property.
Starting on January 1, 2024, in accordance with the requirements of section 28-301.1.1 of the Administrative Code, every building owner must have an observation performed in accordance with this subdivision. This requirement applies to all buildings with parapets fronting the public right-of-way, regardless of height, except for detached 1- or 2-family homes or buildings with a fence or other barrier preventing access to the exterior wall.