Local Law 11 in The Bronx

The Bronx's FISP inventory is dominated by midcentury and postwar apartment buildings, many in the 6-to-20-story range. The Grand Concourse and surrounding neighborhoods contain a significant concentration of Art Deco and prewar masonry buildings.

All buildings in The Bronx that are six stories or taller must comply with Local Law 11 / FISP. The requirements are the same citywide — a QEWI inspects the facade, classifies conditions as Unsafe, SWARMP, or Maintenance, and files the report with the DOB. What varies by borough is the building stock, the facade materials, and the specific challenges that QEWIs encounter.

Building Stock

Predominantly brick apartment buildings from the 1920s through 1970s. The Grand Concourse corridor includes Art Deco buildings with ornamental terra cotta and limestone facades that require specialized inspection expertise.

Notable Neighborhoods

• Grand Concourse — Art Deco buildings with ornamental facades, some landmarked
• Riverdale — prewar co-ops and midcentury towers
• Mott Haven — new construction alongside prewar buildings
• Fordham — midcentury apartment corridor
• Pelham Bay — midcentury brick buildings, salt air exposure from Long Island Sound

What QEWIs Should Know

Many Bronx apartment buildings were built during the same era (1930s–1960s) with similar materials and construction methods. A QEWI familiar with this building stock can inspect more efficiently because the defect patterns are predictable — mortar joint deterioration, brick spalling at parapets, and lintel corrosion are the most common findings.

Filing Deadlines

FISP deadlines are based on your building’s BIN (Building Identification Number), not its borough. Check your building’s Cycle 9 sub-cycle deadline by looking up the last digit of your BIN.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Buildings that miss their filing deadline face DOB violations, accumulated fines, and potential sidewalk shed requirements. See LL11 Penalties and What to Do If You’re Late.