What is likely happening
Many cities require tall buildings to have periodic facade inspections by a qualified professional, with a report filed and unsafe conditions fixed. Deadlines are often set by cycle and building identifiers.
What you can safely check
- Find your last facade report and its filing status.
What an inspector will look at
- Close-up and visual examination
- Report filing
- Repair and sidewalk shed plan if needed
Does this affect compliance?
NYC (FISP), Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia and others each run their own cycles.
When it becomes urgent
More urgent if you are near the end of the filing window.
We can help with this
Facade and exterior wall inspection is something Insparisk does nationwide. To see the local rules for your building, open this in the interactive Problem Solver.
Request facade and exterior wall inspectionTalk to an advisorGeneral guidance only, not a substitute for a licensed inspection or emergency services. For any gas odor, carbon monoxide alarm, fire, or trapped occupant, call 911 first.