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Local Law 126 of 2021, which added a new Article 323 to Title 28 of the Administrative Code, requires NYC parking structures to undergo inspections at least once every six years.
We would like to remind our clients that Local Law 126 initial observations by a qualified parking structure inspector (“QPSI”) are due by August 1, 2024. Section 103-16 of this law requires that
1) Before the first required inspection of the parking structure, the owner must have an initial observation of the parking structure performed by a qualified parking structure inspector (“QPSI”). The results of the initial observation must be filed with the Department of Buildings (“DOB”) by August 1, 2024, on the DOB’s form. If the owner, before August 1, 2024, files a report with the DOB showing that the parking structure is in full compliance with the rules, an initial observation report will not be required;
2) The QPSI must assess the parking structure by examining its structural components, waterproofing systems, fireproofing and fire-stopping systems, wearing surfaces, type of construction, age of the material components of the structure, exposure to environmental conditions, the presence of specific details and appurtenances, and the structure’s history of maintenance and repairs;
3) The methods used to evaluate the parking structure must permit a complete examination of the parking structure; and
4) The QPSI must identify the most damaged portions of the parking structure and examine those locations. The QPSI must identify the causes of those deficiencies and advise the building owner and the DOB of any unsafe conditions.
If your Cooperative/Condominium has not arranged for this initial inspection, we recommend that you speak to a qualified engineering firm immediately. Please let us know if you have any questions about this or any other legal matters at your Cooperative/Condominium.
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