Understanding Local Law 11

Local Law 11, now part of New York City's Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), requires owners of buildings taller than six stories to have their exterior walls and appurtenances inspected every five years by a qualified exterior wall inspector (QEWI). The program was established to protect public safety following incidents of falling facade materials.

What FISP Requires

• Inspection of all exterior walls and appurtenances
• Filing of inspection reports with NYC Department of Buildings
• Classification of conditions as Safe, SWARMP, or Unsafe
• Immediate protective measures for Unsafe conditions
• Timely completion of required repairs
• Ongoing compliance on a five-year cycle

Common FISP Repair Items

The Cost of Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with FISP can result in significant fines from the NYC Department of Buildings, and more importantly, creates liability exposure if facade materials fall and cause injury or property damage. Proactive compliance is always more cost-effective than emergency response.

How Graciano Helps

Graciano has extensive experience executing FISP-related facade repairs on buildings throughout New York City, including some of the city's most prominent landmarks. We coordinate with your QEWI, develop efficient repair scopes, and deliver quality restoration work that meets compliance requirements and protects your building long-term.