WELCOME TO ACNY

The Architects Council of New York (ACNY) is a coalition of architectural organizations, including AIA Bronx, AIA Brooklyn, AIA Queens, AIA Staten Island, and SARA | NY, serving the architectural profession.

ACNY is dedicated to unify and coordinate the voices of all Architects affected by Legislative, Policies, Procedure Actions and Professional Licensing Regulations within the boundaries of New York City.  
— ACNY Mission Statement

At the Zoning Advisory Council Breakfast on April 20, 2023:
Mark Kaplan, ACNY Advisor; Raymond Peebles, ACNY President; Kazimir Vilenchik, NYC DOB Commissioner;
Robert Strong, ACNY Immediate Past President
(from left to right)

For updates on ACNY and its activities, click here.

The Latest

Information and Updates from NYC’s City Agencies

  • NYC DOB - Proposed Rule

    Amendment of Rules Relating to Property Tax Abatement for Installation of Solar Electric Generating System or Electric Energy Storage Equipment

    March 27, 2024

    DOB
    via Mark Kaplan

    The attached Proposed Rule - Amendment of Rules Relating to Property Tax Abatement for Installation of Solar Electric Generating System or Electric Energy Storage Equipment will take place remotely via Teams on Monday 4/22/24 at 11am.

    The Proposed rule will be published in the City Record on 3/21/24.

    Please note the Department’s rules are also available for viewing and downloading on the DOB website at http://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/codes/rules.page (the attached rule will not be available for viewing/downloading for several days).

  • Portico is open to Applicants

    March 26, 2024

    LPC
    via John Scheschareg

    LPC Launches Portico, a New Permit Application Portal that Makes Filing for Permits Easier and Faster

    Portico will improve the customer experience for applicants by making it easier to file an application, allow multiple users to access the same application, and receive updates on application status.

  • New Construction Advisory

    March 13, 2024

    DOB
    via Robert Strong

    We’d like to inform you that a new Construction Advisory has been posted on our webpage about Problematic Characteristic of Brick Façade.

    Please see flyer at construction-advisories (nyc.gov) - Link below.

    Eugene Krenitsyn, P.E.
    Chief Compliance Officer
    Facades & Local Law

  • Brooklyn DOB Industry Meeting Q & A - 02.22.2024

    February 29, 2024

    via Ida Galea

    Below please find the Brooklyn DOB Industry Meeting Q & A from February 22nd, 2024.

  • ACPE/PE DOB List - February 29 2024

    February 29, 2024

    via Ida Galea

    Please view PDF below for an updated ACPE/PE DOB list by borough.

  • Exciting news - LPC's permit application process is moving online

    February 16, 2024

    Landmarks Preservation Commission
    via Ida Galea

    Click on the link below to get started.

  • NY State Energy Code - Public Comment Period Open

    February 15, 2024

    via Mark Kaplan

    The public comment period for Part 510 of Title 21 of the New York State Energy Code will close on February 26, 2024.

    Please click on the link below for further information.

  • Newly Issued Buildings Bulletin 2024-001

    February 13, 2024

    DOB
    via Mark Kaplan

    Please be informed the first bulletin of the year has been published. While superseding BB 2015-025, this Bulletin clarifies the types of work involving an existing fire alarm system, designed, and approved under the 2014 Building Code or prior codes which are subject to the 2022 Construction Codes. You can find it below.

  • Final Rule – Rules Relating to Installation and Location of Natural Gas Alarms

    February 11, 2024

    DOB
    via Mark Kaplan

    The attached Final Rule – Rules Relating to Installation and Location of Natural Gas Alarms will be published in the City Record on 2/14/24.

    The effective date is 3/15/24.

  • DOT Releases Final Rules for Permanent Outdoor Dining Program

    February 5, 2024

    CityLand Article
    via Mark Kaplan

    Almost two years after the City Planning Commission’s zoning text changes, applications for the permanent program are expected to open next month. On February 2, 2024, the Department of Transportation released the final rules for the permanent outdoor dining program, “Dining Out NYC.” Through the new program, outdoor dining will be expanded citywide on sidewalks year-round and in roadways seasonally from April through November.

  • Adams 90- Day Commission: Standard Drawing Layouts for Expediting Plan Exam

    February 2, 2024

    via AIA Staten Island

    Please review materials below for the Adams Commission Development and Plan Examination Process.

    Next Day Review (NDR) Program & Standardization Templates.

    Click here for Next Day Review Presentation

    Click here for Step By Step Guide Presentation

    Click here for Next Day Review Program Overview

    Next Day Review Submission Workflow

  • DOB Announces Penalties for Over 400 Property Owners for Late Parking Structure Report Submissions

    February 1, 2024

    CityLand Article
    via Mark Kaplan

    On January 18, 2024, the Department of Buildings announced that over 400 property owners had received initial penalties for failing to submit required engineering inspection reports for parking structures located on their properties.

  • January 2024 - Brooklyn DOB Industry Meeting Q & A - 01.18.2024

    January 28, 2024

    via Ida Galea

    Below please find the Brooklyn DOB Industry Meeting Q&A from January 2024.

  • Rescinded DOB Bulletins

    January 8, 2024

    From the DOB
    via John Scheschareg

    Click on the link below for a 90 page DOB Building Bulletin 2023-021 which rescinds 10 Directives, 4 Letters, and 47 Memoranda.

  • Dept of Finance Launches Redesigned Website

    January 5, 2024

    Cityland Article
    via John Scheschareg

    On January 4, 2024, the Department of Finance launched its redesigned website. The website, designed in partnership with the Office of Technology and Innovation, focuses on an improved user-friendly experience.

Upcoming Events & Important Dates

The calendar includes constituent member meetings and events, industry advisory meetings, and select CEU events. You also find information about design awards deadlines.

ACNY Meetings take place on the first Monday of every month.

Summer Recess: July and August.

Constituent Member Meetings:

AIA Bronx: Third Thursday of the month.
AIA Brooklyn: Third Wednesday of the month.
AIA Queens: Second Tuesday of the month.
AIA Staten Island: Third Thursday of the month.
SARA | NY: Second Tuesday of the month.