What is the FISP and Why is it Mandatory in NYC?
04 March 2025
If your building in NYC is over six stories tall, you must comply with the Façade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP)—formerly known as Local Law 11. This safety regulation, enforced by the NYC Department of Buildings, requires exterior wall inspections every five years by a QEWI (Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector)—a licensed architect or engineer.
At Mayta + Sebastian Architecture, our co-founder Raul Mayta, RA – QEWI, offering trusted, expert oversight to ensure your building stays compliant and safe.
⚠️ Why does this matter?
Avoid fines in the thousands of dollars
Prevent accidents from falling debris
Maintain your building’s safety and value
🗓️ We are now in FISP Cycle 10 (2025–2030)
Sub-cycle 10A began February 21, 2025
Sub-cycle 10B opens February 21, 2026
Sub-cycle 10C opens February 21, 2027
If you filed a report under Cycle 9A and had SWARMP conditions, those must be repaired and re-evaluated before February 21, 2027—or they will automatically be classified as UNSAFE, triggering DOB violations and steep penalties.
🏗️ Does your building need an inspection?
Now is the time to schedule your inspection—especially if you fall into Sub-cycle 10A, or if previous repair recommendations have not been addressed.
📩 Contact Mayta + Sebastian today to schedule your FISP inspection.
We use advanced tools like drones and laser scanning to deliver detailed, efficient evaluations—and guide you through the DOB process from start to finish.
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