Parapet observation report template
The DOB does not publish a form for the annual Local Law 126 parapet observation. It sets out what the report must contain in 1 RCNY §103-15, and the owner keeps the report (nothing is submitted). This template follows the rule item by item. Print it or save it as a PDF.
- Due: observation done and the report in your records by December 31 every year.
- Keep it: at least six years, and produce it if the DOB asks.
- Unsafe condition: the person who did the observation notifies the DOB immediately, and it must be corrected within 90 days.
Annual Parapet Observation Report
NYC Administrative Code §28-301.1.1 · 1 RCNY §103-15 · Observation year: ________
Required report items
1. Building address
The address and any other associated addresses for the building
2. Owner
Name, mailing address and phone. If the owner is not an individual: a principal's name, mailing address, phone and title
3. Person performing the observation
Name. If not the owner: mailing address, phone, affiliation with the building or owner, and business name
4. Date(s) of the observation
5. Location plan of the parapet(s) observed
Sketch or plan showing which parapets were observed
6. Parapet construction
Material, height and thickness
7. General conditions
Conditions noted, whether any unsafe condition was found, and actions taken to remedy it
8. Repairs since the previous report
9. Dated photos
Listed in the rule; DOB's FAQ says photos are not required, but they are the best evidence you have
What the observation must check
- Close-up inspection of the entire parapet (from the roof, a fire escape or another location with an unobstructed view)
- Parapet is plumb within one-eighth of its cross-sectional thickness
- Excessive deterioration: displacement, horizontal or diagonal cracks, missing or loose bricks or coping stones, deteriorated mortar joints, spalling, rot
- Appurtenances stable: telecom equipment, railings, roof access rails, gooseneck ladders, fire escape handrail attachments, signs
If a hazardous or unsafe condition is found
Date and time the DOB was notified (call 311 and email parapets@buildings.nyc.gov)
FISP buildings only: Unsafe Notification (FISP3) filed in DOB NOW Safety
Public protection installed (sidewalk shed, fence or netting) and date
Date the condition was corrected (within 90 days of the DOB notice)
Observer signature
Date
Template by VetraCheck (www.vetracheck.com, (646) 355-8530). General information, not legal or engineering advice; confirm current requirements with the DOB.