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— any industry with field inspections in New York City.
$250, one time · Nothing new, no charge · You keep the report either way
*Depending on availability. We'll confirm turnaround when you submit.
New York City enforces its own NYC Building Code, administered by the Department of Buildings, separate from the state Uniform Code. High-rise construction, seismic design category, Local Law 11 facade requirements, and landmark preservation rules add layers of compliance. Code Buddy's Inspection Readiness Report for New York City costs $250 with 24-hour turnaround, reviewing plans against NYC-specific code provisions and DOB enforcement patterns.
Code BuddyPrepared for Acme Mechanical Inc.
Location
New York City, NY
Date
Aug 8, 2026
Trade
Electrical
Findings
Penetration seal not matching approved submittal — visible gap at fire-rated assembly
Checked against: Company SOP 4.2
Fastener pattern deviates from manufacturer data sheet — 6" OC required, measured at 9" OC
Checked against: Project Spec 08-31
Working clearance below required minimum at panel — 30" required, 22" measured
Checked against: Applicable Standard
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Submit your job, and our patent-pending AI technology reviews every photo against your standards, specs, and existing tracking.
Tell us about the job.
Project name, address in New York City, and primary trade or discipline. We look up the applicable standards and regulations automatically from the address.
Send your photos and open items.
Upload directly, share a Drive/Dropbox link, or email them over. Your existing tracking sets the bar — anything already on it doesn't count as a finding.
Our patent-pending technology and AI system analyze every photo.
Cross-references each image against your specs, the applicable standards, and your existing tracking — helping identify deviations your list may have missed.
Get your report within 24 hours*.
Each finding includes the photo, the exact location, and the code section or spec it deviates from. Sorted by severity so you know what to fix first.
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Code Buddy is an AI-powered compliance platform used by thousands of field professionals across construction, energy, manufacturing, and fleet operations. Our patent-pending technology checks job site photos against codes, specs, and standards — the same technology that powers this report.
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If nothing new identified
The kind of things we help catch.
Examples based on past reports. Each finding includes the photo, location, and the reference it was checked against.
High-rise steel moment frame lacks seismic detailing for NYC Seismic Design Category C per NYC Building Code Chapter 16
Sprinkler coverage gap in corridor of occupied floor exceeds NYC Fire Code maximum spacing for high-rise building classification
Local Law 11 FISP report not filed for building exterior wall inspection cycle on structure over six stories in Manhattan
Standpipe system Siamese connection obstructed by scaffolding with no temporary alternative access plan filed with FDNY
Emergency generator transfer switch wiring does not meet NYC Electrical Code requirements for legally required standby power
Backflow preventer on domestic water service not NYC-approved model and lacks annual test certification tag from licensed tester
And only if we identify something that wasn't already on your list.
If everything identified was already on your list, you pay nothing. You keep the report either way.
GET STARTEDLimited spots each week.
Every report is reviewed by a QA professional before delivery — not just generated and sent. That human review step means we can only take a limited number of jobs per week. Submissions are reviewed in the order they're received, and we'll let you know upfront if your report will take longer than 24 hours.
Before you ask.
Does New York City use the state building code?
No. NYC enforces its own NYC Building Code and NYC Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, and Electrical codes, administered by the Department of Buildings. These differ significantly from the NY Uniform Code used in the rest of the state.
What is Local Law 11 and does the report cover it?
Local Law 11 (FISP) requires periodic facade inspections for NYC buildings over six stories. Code Buddy flags whether your project triggers FISP filing requirements and identifies facade condition issues that could delay DOB sign-off.
What does the $250 Inspection Readiness Report include for NYC?
The report reviews your plans against the NYC Building Code, NYC Fire Code, DOB technical bulletins, and applicable local laws. Delivered within 24 hours, it prioritizes findings by DOB rejection risk and safety violations.
How does NYC's seismic design category affect my project?
Much of New York City falls under Seismic Design Category C, requiring specific structural detailing for steel and concrete frames. Code Buddy checks connection details, anchorage, and drift limits against NYC Building Code Chapter 16 requirements.
Does Code Buddy handle NYC landmark building projects?
Yes. Projects on designated NYC landmarks or in historic districts must coordinate with the Landmarks Preservation Commission. The report identifies LPC-triggering modifications and flags exterior alterations that require separate LPC approval before DOB permits.
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