LiMandri: New Construction Codes On the Horizon

NEW YORK CITY- At a time when construction safety and accountability are major concerns within the community here, Robert LiMandri, acting commissioner of the Department of Buildings, says that as far as improving safety goes, “the time is now, and I am ready for the challenge.” LiMandri served as the keynote speaker at this year’s BuildingsNY real estate trade show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, a two-day event, which kicked off Tuesday morning that is co-located with GreenBuildingsNY.

LiMandri, who was named acting commissioner in April 2008, is responsible for setting local construction standards, enforcing the Building Code and Zoning Resolution, and regulating the New York City construction industry, and he told attendees that he plans to do just that. He explained that in two weeks time, there will be new construction codes revealed, which he said will include new proposals on crane safety. The centerpiece of the agenda will focus on the highest-risk construction operations, he said.

“We are in the midst of an historic building boom,” he said, “but make no mistake that our number one priority is construction safety and enforcement. I will not tolerate unethical behavior.”