Written by Tim Webb & Scott Zimmerman New York City’s Local Law 11, officially known as the Facade Inspection and Safety Program (FISP), requires periodic inspections of building facades to ensure their ...
Local Law 126, a crucial regulatory framework in New York City for garage compliance, imposes stringent requirements on parking garages to enhance safety, structural integrity, and overall functionality. In this regulatory landscape, ...
In the intricate tapestry of urban landscapes, historic buildings stand as testaments to the rich narratives of the past. Preserving these architectural gems requires a delicate balance between the need for modern ...
Written by Tim Webb, RA & Scott Zimmerman New York City’s Local Law 11, also known as the Facade Inspection and Safety Program (FISP), mandates periodic inspections of building facades to ensure ...
World Engineering Day, observed annually on the fourth Monday of March, is a global acknowledgment of the indispensable role engineers play in shaping our world. This day serves as a tribute to ...
Employee Appreciation Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday of March, provides a wonderful opportunity for employers to express gratitude and recognize the contributions of their dedicated employees. Originating in 1995, this ...
New York City, a global metropolis known for its iconic skyline, has been at the forefront of implementing progressive building energy laws. In this landscape of evolving regulations, the collaboration between engineers ...
Written by Colin Swaysland & Scott Zimmerman Parking garages are complex structures that serve as essential components of urban infrastructure, providing a safe and convenient space for vehicle storage. Ensuring the ongoing ...
In the complex landscape of community associations and property management, two critical tools come to the forefront—reserve study and transition study. Both serve distinct purposes and play pivotal roles in ensuring the ...
Effective immediately, NYC DOB amended its rules making SIGNIFICANT CHANGES to the inspection requirements for all parking garages that fall under Local Law 126 ALL PARKING GARAGES must have an initial inspection ...
In the heart of Philadelphia’s dynamic urban environment, O&S Engineers & Architects emerges as a transformative force, offering a comprehensive range of design and engineering services that redefine the city’s architectural narrative. ...
An interview between our very own Cameron Lory and Prabhu Perumalsamy with Brick Underground on what makes an A/E firm the right firm for Local Law 11 Facade Inspections. “If your building ...
Nestled in the vibrant tapestry of South Florida’s urban landscape, O&S Engineers & Architects emerges as a beacon of innovation, redefining the architectural narrative in a region known for its unique challenges ...
In the vibrant cityscape of Columbus, Ohio, O&S Engineers & Architects emerges as a dynamic force, reshaping the architectural narrative with a tailored approach that responds to the city’s distinctive character. Committed ...
In the heart of the urban jungle that is New York City, O&S Engineers & Architects stands as a beacon of innovation and expertise, offering a comprehensive suite of services that solidify ...
O&S joins with Super and Brick Underground for an emergency webinar on safety inspections and relevant regulation, Local Law 126.
NYC recently began rolling out Local Law 126 to Lower Manhattan. The law requires periodic inspections of parking structures.
O&S is proud to announce the firm's first QPSI designations with the NYC DOB.
O&S is now part of the NYSERDA Multifamily Building Solutions Network.
NYC parking structure owners must undergo inspections of their parking garages beginning January 1, 2022.
O&S is designing hurricane resistant windows, doors, and curtain walls as part of a $45 million "Wind Resiliency Project."
O&S performed a facade inspection via Rope Access for a residential high rise facing the Atlantic Ocean.
O&S was selected as the A/E firm to repair, preserve and maintain the Historic Reading Terminal Head House in Philadelphia.
Property owners can have their retaining walls inspected by a QRWI certified and registered Professional Engineer on staff at O&S.
O&S is celebrating 25 years of success!
O&S’s growing Rope Access Team allows us to provide our clients with detailed and cost-effective building envelope assessment options to meet their budgets and needs.
Adopting electric charging stations for multi-family housing requires a basic understanding of electric vehicle (EV) charging technology and their limitations
NY FISP Cycle 9B Begins & DOB to Issue Violations for Uncorrected SWARMP Conditions
Ventilation and good airflow are crucial to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 and other airborne pathogens.
O&S Associates Commissions World’s First Parksmart Gold Certified Parking Structure FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hackensack, NJ – 10/15/18 – O&S Associates, Inc. (O&S), an engineering and architecture firm, recently served as the commissioning ...
How will the new changes to FISP (Local Law 11) Cycle 9 impact building owners?
Doors difficult to open. Strange smells in corridors and lobbies. Inconsistent temperature regulation. These are all very common issues in high-rise buildings which are usually due to poor ventilation and building pressurization.
Informed Infrastructure Magazine Article Hackensack, NJ, June 1, 2016—O&S Associates is proud to announce that the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia selected our restoration engineering project at the Belgravia Condominium to receive ...
