So what exactly does an expediter do? Simple; they assist the property owner and the architect or engineer by filling out and filing all of the paperwork needed to get a Job approved with the building department. Actually, there are a few more steps than that… We’ve broken them down for you right here:
7) Sign-off – the last stage is the Sign-off stage, which is when the work has been completed, the expediter will put the sign-off paperwork together, have each contractor (permittee) sign-off their work, then the expediter will have the architect or engineer (applicant) do the same, and then the expediter can bring all of this to the DOB and sign- off the job.
A NYC Expeditor will work hand in hand with a client from the application process to ensure all the relevant documentation required is filled out correctly and attached. This not only prevents the expediter from repeating tasks but saves on time and cost which often occur when mistakes are done in the beginning.
Another benefit is that a NYC Expeditor keeps track of submission deadlines and is able to avoid penalties for late submissions. This saves a client from incurring unnecessary costs.
Therefore, by using a NYC Expeditor, a client can benefit because they have someone who knows the paper work that is required for building permits, where to collect them, as well as the local signatories who may be required to sign the documents. A client may not know all these and therefore waste a lot of time if they decide to do this work without a NYC Expeditor.
A NYC Expeditor can also follow up on Building Permits that expired several years ago, in addition to lost permits and all other services related to Building Permits. Obviously this can be a tedious task. Such tasks may not be accomplished correctly if given to anyone who is not a skilled NYC Expeditor.
Open violations can create a problem during the potential sale of a building or when changing the Certificate of Occupancy (CO). Owners frequently call on Metropolis to clean their building profile for a pending sale—or to correct penalties incurred by tenants.
In fact, most buildings in New York City have some sort of open violation at any given time. While many violations are posted on the Buildings Information System (BIS), online research reveals an incomplete picture. Certain violations and liens require additional digging done by a NYC DOB BIS expeditor. Some companies specialize in violations ...
Individuals who use a supported scaffold (regardless of the height of the scaffold), including the person supervising such, shall, at a minimum, have completed a NYC DOB 4-hour training program and, every four years thereafter, retake the 4 -hour training course in accordance with Chapter 33 of the new 2014 NYC DOB Building Code, Local Law No. 52 of 2005, Local Law 24 of 2008 and OSHA. This program includes instruction on the nature of electrical hazards, fall and falling object hazards, material handling on scaffolds, and the maximum intended load and load-handling capacities of scaffold.
This training course is the refresher for the individuals renewing their NYC DOB certifications as the Safety Managers (every 3 years) and Site Safety Coordinators (every year).
In addition, as per amended NYC Rules of 2016, this course will be required for the Construction Superintendent Registration Renewal (every 3 years).
Our NYCDOB approved training courses are offered in BSI New York City located at 141 West 36th Street, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10018.
Located in downtown New York City, GC Expediting is an expediting company that offers a full range of permitting services for contractors, architects, engineers, and property owners within the five boroughs of New York City. We have 15+ years of experience in obtaining NYC building permits in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Once you've been awarded a job, we can assist you with obtaining the proper permits. We primarily assist clients with DOB & DOT permits since our focus is on residential renovations.
Use the form below to contact us. No two jobs are alike so we need to speak with you before discussing prices. Rest assured that our prices are competitive and we are always happy to work out a bulk rate for clients with a high volume of permits. We also want to make sure that you only get the permits that you absolutely need.