Rizzo Group's breadth of expertise is unparalleled in the building consulting industry. Throughout the year, or at a specific client's request, Rizzo Group hosts seminars in a number of vital areas for building in New York City. Please contact us if you are interested in attending or hosting one of the Rizzo Group seminars listed below.
Seminar 1
Department of Buildings Filing Procedures I & II
- Covers the filing process for Alt I and Alt II jobs. Includes issues relating to self-certification, controlled inspections, and letters of completion
- Covers the Certificate of Occupancy Process and what is required to obtain a TCO and C/O
- Discusses when C/O's are required and the laws triggered by Changes of Use
- Discussion on Department of Transportation, Department of Health and Department of Highways and the role of these agencies in C/O's
Seminar 2
Filing Procedures at the Bureau of Fire Prevention
- Fire Alarm Filing and other filings
- Local Law 26 Compliance and Emergency Action Plans
- Fire Department Inspections
- Sprinklers & Standpipe, Electrical
Seminar 3
Code Review I & II: Building Code & Zoning Intro
- Building height, bulk and density guidelines
- Building classification according to construction ratings & limitations
- Discussion of essential zoning issues: FAR, Bulk, Use
- ADA and handicap issues associated with building
- Egress and Public Assembly
Seminar 4
BSA and City Planning Practice in NYC
- Board of Standards & Appeals: variance process
- ULURP: Uniform Land Use Review Process, CEQR
- Special Permits - City Planning and BSA
- Issues - Revocable Consents, Bonus Plazas, etc.
Seminar 5
Landmarks
- Landmark Buildings/Historic Districts
- Review of typical NYC architectural designs and precedents, ie, federal, neoclassical, cast-iron styles
- Researching landmarks at the City Archives
- Landmark Agency Procedures (Plan Review, Certificate of No Effect)
Seminar 6
Green Building & LEED Compliance
- Introduction to LEED Compliance
- LEED New Buildings, Existing Buildings, Interiors
- Energy Usage in Buildings
- Renewable Energy Purchasing and Installation