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Local Law #11 Specialists

FISP-certified facade inspection, repair, and compliance — we handle everything from the initial report to the final DOB sign-off so your building stays safe and violation-free.

FISP Compliance Facade Inspection Unsafe Conditions Scaffold & Access DOB Filings Violation Removal

NYC Facade Compliance — Done Right, Done Fast

Local Law #11 (now FISP — Facade Inspection & Safety Program) requires buildings taller than 6 stories to undergo exterior wall inspections every 5 years. If your building is due for inspection, has been flagged with unsafe conditions, or received a DOB violation — you need a team that knows the process inside and out.

G&S Restoration Group is a certified Local Law #11 contractor. We work directly with your QEWI (Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector) or can recommend one. From scaffolding and probes to full facade repairs and final sign-off filings, we manage the entire compliance lifecycle so building owners and property managers don’t have to.

What Local Law #11 Requires

Every 5 years, a licensed engineer or architect (QEWI) must inspect all exterior walls and appurtenances — including balconies, railings, fire escapes, and terra cotta ornamentation — of buildings over 6 stories. The inspector files a report classifying the facade as:

Safe

No issues found. Report filed, building is compliant for the next 5-year cycle. No repairs needed.

SWARMP

Safe With a Repair and Maintenance Program. Minor issues exist that must be repaired within the cycle. We handle these repairs.

Our Local Law #11 Services

Scaffold & Access

We specialize in scaffolding — pipe scaffold, suspended scaffold, and swing stages for any building height. All DOB-permitted and OSHA-compliant.

Probe & Close-Up Inspections

Emergency and long-term sidewalk shed installation for unsafe facades. Protective netting for falling debris. We install, maintain, and remove.

Facade Repairs

Brick replacement, repointing, lintel replacement, coping stone repair, waterproofing, concrete spall repair, and railing restoration.

Sidewalk Sheds & Netting

Built-in fire pits, pizza ovens, outdoor kitchen islands, and seating walls that extend your living space outdoors year-round.

DOB Filings & Compliance

We coordinate all DOB paperwork — permits, inspection reports, amendment filings, and final sign-off documentation to clear your building’s record.

Violation Removal

Active DOB violations for facade non-compliance carry daily fines. We expedite repairs and filings to get violations dismissed as fast as possible.

How Our LL11 Process Works

1

Assess

Review QEWI report, scope the repairs needed

2

Permit & Access

Dig, grade, compact gravel base

3

Repair

Full facade repairs per engineer's specs

4

Sign-Off

QEWI re-inspection, DOB filing, violation clearance

Why Building Owners Trust Us

Local Law #11 work is high-stakes. Fines for non-compliance can exceed $1,000 per month. Unsafe conditions require immediate protective measures. And the work itself — often 6+ stories up — demands experienced crews, proper equipment, and zero shortcuts.

We’ve completed dozens of LL11 facade projects across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Our crews are OSHA-certified, our scaffolding is DOB-permitted, and our project managers track every filing deadline so nothing slips through the cracks. Property managers and co-op boards rely on us because we communicate clearly, hit deadlines, and don’t come back with surprise change orders.

How Our LL11 Process Works

When is my building's next FISP deadline?
FISP inspections run on a 5-year cycle based on your block and lot number. The current Cycle 9 runs from 2020-2025 (with extensions). Check the DOB website with your building’s BIN number, or call us — we’ll look it up for you in 2 minutes.
 
It depends entirely on the scope. A building with minor SWARMP repairs might be $20,000-$50,000. A building with unsafe conditions requiring major brick, lintel, and waterproofing work can run $100,000-$500,000+. We provide free detailed estimates after reviewing the QEWI report.
 
The DOB issues violations and fines that accrue until the filing is completed. Late filings require an amended report and potentially an additional inspection. The longer you wait, the more it costs. If you’re behind, call us — we can expedite the process.
 
Absolutely. We work with the QEWI your building has already retained. We execute the repairs to their specifications and provide access for their inspections. If you need a QEWI recommendation, we have several trusted engineers we partner with regularly.
 
From scaffold installation to final DOB sign-off, a typical project takes 2-6 months depending on the scope of repairs. We provide a detailed timeline before starting and keep you updated weekly throughout.
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  • Concrete & Sidewalks
  • Masonry & Brick Work
  • Roofing & Siding
  • Kitchen & Bathroom
  • Waterproofing
  • Pavers & Hardscaping
  • Dormers & Extensions
  • Restoration & Maintenance
  • Stucco & Coatings
  • Windows, Lintels & Sills
  • Scaffolding
  • New Home Builds
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