Parapet Inspections for NYC Condo Boards and Co-op Boards

If you're on a condo or co-op board in NYC, parapet inspection compliance falls on the board — not individual unit owners. Here's what you need to know to protect your building and your residents.

Board Responsibility Under Local Law 126

Condo and co-op boards are the de facto building owners for compliance purposes. If your building has a street-facing parapet, the board must ensure an annual observation report is completed by December 31. Failure to comply results in a violation on the building's record — which affects everyone in the building.

What Boards Should Include in the Annual Budget

• Annual parapet inspection fee: $400–$1,200 depending on building size
• Any recommended repairs (repointing, flashing, etc.)
• Record retention (we keep copies, but so should you)

How We Work With Condo & Co-op Boards

• We schedule directly with the building super or property manager
• Reports are addressed to the board / managing agent as required
• We're available to present findings to the board if needed
• Multi-year contracts available for predictable annual compliance

HDFC Buildings

HDFC co-ops have the same parapet obligations as market-rate buildings. If anything, compliance is more critical because DOB violations can trigger HPD involvement for affordable housing properties. We work with HDFC buildings across all 5 boroughs.

Get your building compliant: Schedule your condo or co-op inspection. Call (516) 591-3550 — 24–48 hour report delivery, flat pricing. Use code PARAPET50 for $50 off.