Yes. FISP stands for Facade Inspection and Safety Program, while Local Law 11 remains the commonly used name. The program generally covers buildings higher than six stories, requiring periodic facade inspections and reports filed with the NYC Department of Buildings.

Check the NYC Department of Buildings' FISP Universe Map to see whether your property appears in the program. The map is a useful starting point, but owners remain responsible for confirming coverage. Verify your building's status directly with DOB.

Your building's block number determines its FISP sub-cycle, designated A, B or C. Use the official Cycle 10 Sub-Cycle Diagram to identify the applicable filing window. Our Cycle 10 deadlines guide explains the process.

A Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI) examines the building's exterior walls and associated features, including parapets, balconies and fire escapes. Close-up access may involve scaffolding, suspended equipment or rope access. The inspector documents observed conditions and evaluates facade safety.

A FISP report documents observed facade conditions through photographs and location mapping. It addresses water-tightness, deterioration causes and the anticipated progression of defects. The report also identifies repair requirements and whether particular work requires a Department of Buildings permit.

The QEWI submits the facade inspection report electronically through DOB NOW: Safety. Building owners and authorised representatives can access filing information and relevant records through the system. Owners should coordinate with their inspector to confirm submission status and address outstanding documentation.

Repair costs depend on building height, defect severity, materials, access requirements and the amount of work identified. Scaffolding, sidewalk protection, landmark restrictions and site conditions can increase costs. We assess the project scope before preparing a written estimate for the proposed repairs.

Some facade repairs require DOB work permits, while others may not. The QEWI identifies permit requirements within the inspection documentation where applicable. Sidewalk sheds and other temporary structures have separate requirements. We review project-specific obligations before work begins.

Project duration depends on the extent of deterioration, access arrangements, materials and approval requirements. Limited repairs may take weeks, while extensive work across multiple elevations can take months. We establish a project schedule after reviewing the scope and relevant site conditions.

Share your Brooklyn building address, available facade inspection report and photographs of the affected areas. Include any repair deadlines or specific concerns identified by your engineer. If you do not have a report, describe the visible damage so we can discuss an appropriate next step.

Yes. We can coordinate repair activities with your engineer, managing agent and building representatives. Clear communication helps align the proposed work with the established scope, organise site access and maintain project documentation. Professional inspections and engineering decisions remain with appropriately qualified professionals.

We serve properties throughout Brooklyn, including Williamsburg, Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, Bay Ridge, Flatbush, Crown Heights, Bedford-Stuyvesant and Sunset Park. For more information about our local coverage and facade repair services, visit our Brooklyn service page.