NYC building owners often confuse two distinct requirements. Here's a clear breakdown:
Annual Parapet Observation (Local Law 126)
- Who: Nearly all NYC buildings with street-facing parapets
- Frequency: Every year
- Inspector: Any competent person
- Scope: Parapet walls only
- Filing: Retain on-site, no DOB submission required
- Deadline: December 31 annually
Façade Inspection Safety Program (FISP / Local Law 11)
- Who: Buildings over 6 stories
- Frequency: Every 5 years
- Inspector: Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI) — PE or architect with 7+ years experience
- Scope: Entire building façade, including parapets
- Filing: Must be filed with DOB
Can FISP Satisfy LL126?
Yes — in the year your FISP report is filed, if it covers the parapet, it satisfies the Local Law 126 annual observation requirement. But you still need a separate annual observation for the 4 years between FISP cycles.
Bottom Line
Most NYC building owners need BOTH: an annual parapet observation (LL126) every year, and a full FISP façade inspection every 5 years if the building is over 6 stories.
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