I don't usually comment on structures outside of NYC but tonight, it's clear the Spurs' foundation couldn't handle the force of this Knicks championship team. Looks like we'll be amending MSG's Certificate of Occupancy to accommodate one more O'Brien Trophy. 🏆🗽 #AlwaysKnicks
If you are concerned about a building structural stability issue in your neighborhood call @nyc311, so that a DOB inspector can be routed to the scene to investigate. If it is an emergency, call 911 for an immediate response.
The schematics for these two sheds, and four other innovative designs, will be being codified through DOB's agency rulemaking process to support adoption at construction sites and hazardous buildings across the city.
Find out more about all six designs: https://t.co/uZQivnCkjm
These two sheds prototypes - the Flex Shed and the Rigid Shed - will be up in front of 280 Broadway in Lower Manhattan for the next 30 days, letting New Yorkers experience first hand the additional space, visibility, and light they provide compared to existing models.
Earlier today Deputy Mayor @DMLeilaBozorg, Buildings Commissioner @AhmedTigani54, and the @Arup team invited the press and members of the public to a first ever in-person look at two of the six new sidewalk shed designs coming to New York City streets.
⚠️NYC Severe Weather Advisory⚠️
The metropolitan area is expecting thunderstorms with the chance for high winds starting this afternoon and extending through Friday.
DOB is reminding all builders, property owners, and crane operators to secure their sites and equipment.
Unofficial DOB update: Following one of the greatest comebacks in NBA playoff history, MSG's steel trusses and concrete supports remain structurally sound. Knicks fans, however, may never recover. #knicksinfive
And that's a wrap on Gov Ball 2026 🪩🎶
While fans were enjoying the music, Team DOB was hard at work behind the scenes alongside our sister agencies, inspecting temporary stages and structures before and during the festival.
⚠️NYC Severe Weather Advisory⚠️
The metropolitan area is expecting severe weather, including thunderstorms and wind gusts of up to 45mph starting on Saturday.
DOB is reminding all builders, property owners, and crane operators to secure their sites and equipment.
👇🏽 Click below to learn about the start of our no-penalty inspection reviews. NYers can sign up between June 1st and July 10th by calling 311 to get help scheduling an appointment. More information in the post!