Merritt Engineering

04/06/2026

On April 8th at 6pm, our Sr. Vice President, Anita Konfederak, will be participating in CNYC’s virtual roundtable series where co-op and condo board members can submit their questions and then hear answers by a group of industry professionals. It’s free, all you have to do is register! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3017618356428/WN_9DTyCvRLQxOQ2vGITGPSrg #/registration

12/19/2025

End of the Year Compliance Deadlines, New Access Agreement Law and a heartfelt Thank You to our Clients & Colleagues for an amazing 2025, all in our most recent eNewsletter.

Wishing everyone a very happy and healthy holiday season and a prosperous new year!

We've highlighted end of the year compliance deadlines that you don’t want to miss. As always, we’re here to assist with any of the inspections or compliance-related services you may need. 

01/15/2025

Question of the Month: How should building owners and property managers prepare for compliance deadlines in the new year? - by Mario Cirigliano of Merritt Engineering - Read More here: https://hubs.la/Q02_WDzk0

11/07/2024

Gearing up for colder weather and the next cycle of Local Law 11/98 (FISP)...

Owners and Managers of any buildings 6+ stories with a building block # ending in 4, 5, 6 or 9, the deadline for all Sub-Cycle A buildings is February 21, 2027.

Now is the time to address all SWARMP and UNSAFE items from your previous Local Law 11 (FISP) report in order to meet the deadline.

For previously filed Safe 9th Cycle FISP reports, now is the time to budget for costs associated with Cycle 10 compliance.

Haven’t filed a 9th Cycle FISP report yet? There’s still time! The 9th Cycle filing window does not close until February 21st, 2025.

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Continue reading our fall eNewsletter for more important deadlines and other industry news.

05/29/2024

Making summer plans? Don't forget to schedule your initial parking structure inspection and submit a report by August 1st!

Continue reading our eNewsletter for other important deadlines and industry news...
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02/02/2024

Do you own or manage a NYC parking structure that falls under Sub-cycle B or C? If so, an initial inspection is due by August 1st, 2024!!

The Department of Buildings (DOB) recently issued an amended rule under Local Law 126 of 2021 that requires all owners of parking structures in New York City that fall under Sub-cycle B (Manhattan Districts 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12; and Brooklyn) & C (All Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island) to hire a Qualified Parking Structure Inspector (QPSI) to perform a one-time initial observation of their parking structure and file an initial report by August 1st, 2024.

Don't worry, Merritt Engineering has you covered. Continue reading for a summary of the amended rule and what to do next in order to comply.

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10/31/2023

Don't get spooked by upcoming deadlines or new rules and regulations! Click on the link below to read our fall e-Newsletter containing important topics including: New Parapet Wall Inspections, Fall Filing Deadlines, New Sidewalk Shed Regulations, Haunted Spots in NYC & FL Recertifications. http://click.actmkt.com/vh/052-d972e731-2e7e-4b86-af79-94b94c876aab?e=naaggadfabzaa3yanyagkacaabwqaziaoiaheadjab2aa5aamuag4adhabuqa3qamuagkadsabuqa3qam4ac4addabxqa3ia&s=A

10/17/2023

The NYC Department of Buildings recently adopted a new rule requiring that all buildings, regardless of height, must have an annual inspection of their public right-of-way facing parapets.

For more information on the inspection process, report requirements, exceptions, and the official new Rule, please continue reading here.

https://merrittengineering.com/new-annual-parapet-wall-inspections-required-by-dob/

07/12/2023

Be sure to give our Summer eNewsletter a read as we discuss important upcoming deadlines, an opportunity for no penalty DOB inspections, Local Law 97 cost saving options, and how to prepare for the start of hurricane season in Florida.

In accordance with NYC Construction Codes §28-323, and RCNY §103-13, any space for parking/storing motor vehicles, other than an unenclosed outdoor lot, 1- or 2-car garage, or auto service station or showroom, must undergo a Local Law 126 Garage Inspection by a certified QPSI.

06/12/2023

Parking garage condition assessments New York state and New York City requirements - by Chris Krepcio of Merritt Engineering - Read More here: https://nyrej.com/parking-garage-condition-assessments-new-york-state-and-new-york-city-requirements-by-chris-krepcio

04/27/2023

On Tuesday, April 18th, a parking garage collapsed in lower Manhattan, killing one person and injuring five others. While the cause is still under investigation, structural issues are believed to be to blame for the tragic collapse. Recent changes were put into effect to prevent future negligence and destruction of parking garages/structures across New York State and New York City. Click on the link below to continue reading about requirements for each.

f you need immediate assistance, or would like to schedule a garage inspection to determine existing areas of concern, please feel free to contact us.

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03/23/2023

Does your multi-building residential complex need a spring tune-up?!

Merritt Engineering has over 35 years of experience in providing engineering services for multi-building residential complexes throughout the tri-state area.

Ongoing maintenance is crucial to the lifespan of the entire complex, along with the safety of its tenants. Our team is involved from day one of a project, from planning out expected costs, to phasing plans and coordination of various scopes of work, through the duration of construction.

MEC has worked for various residential complexes, most recently restoring the facades of all 35 buildings at Riverbay, Co-op City, as well as building envelope restoration projects at Kennedy Street Quad, Morningside Heights Housing Corp., Park Terrace Gardens, Bell Apartments, Galaxy Towers, along with many others. Click to continue reading more about each project. http://click.actmkt.com/vh/041-0a31a4f0-40d7-49b0-a914-e9e965abc13c?e=