Building Compliance Calculator
Instantly discover all building compliance requirements for your location. Free assessment for commercial and multi-residential properties.
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Building compliance requirements vary by jurisdiction, from state-level boiler and elevator codes to city-specific local laws. Across the country, building owners and property managers must navigate inspection cycles, filing deadlines, and penalties for non-compliance. Missing a deadline can result in fines ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars per violation, per month. New York City has some of the most comprehensive regulations, but every major metro has its own set of requirements.
Local Law 11 / FISP (Facade Inspections): Buildings over 6 stories must undergo facade inspections every 5 years under the Facade Inspection Safety Program. Your cycle is determined by your tax block number. A Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI) must perform the inspection and file a report with the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB). Penalties for non-compliance include fines up to $1,000 per month.
Local Law 152 (Gas Piping Inspections): All NYC buildings with gas service must have their gas piping systems inspected on a 4-year cycle, organized by community district. A licensed master plumber must perform the inspection and file with the DOB. Non-compliance can result in civil penalties and potential gas service interruption.
Elevator Inspections (CAT1, CAT5, Periodic): NYC requires three types of elevator inspections. Category 1 (CAT1) is an annual no-load safety test. Category 5 (CAT5) is a comprehensive full-load test every 5 years. Periodic visual inspections are required every year. Penalties for overdue inspections can reach $1,000 per device per month.
Local Law 87 (Energy Audits): Large buildings must complete an energy audit and retro-commissioning study on a 10-year cycle determined by tax block number. LL87 is part of NYC's broader sustainability push alongside Local Law 97, which sets carbon emission caps for buildings over 25,000 square feet.
The Insparisk Compliance Calculator instantly identifies which inspections, filings, and certifications apply to your building based on its location. Simply enter an address or ZIP code to see all applicable requirements, current deadlines, potential penalties, and real-time violation data from NYC Open Data. The tool covers over 38 cities and all 50 states, with the most detailed intelligence available for NYC buildings including building-level drill-down showing individual elevator devices, boiler status, facade filings, and active violations.
Whether you manage a single building or a portfolio of properties, staying on top of compliance deadlines protects you from fines, keeps your tenants safe, and preserves your building's value. Schedule a free consultation with our compliance team to discuss your building's specific needs.