AGENCY TESTIMONY
Introduction and overview of DOB's position on Intro 429
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Constadino 'Gus' Sirakis, Deputy Commissioner for Development and Technical Affairs at the NYC Department of Buildings, introduces himself and his colleague Tarek Khalil. He acknowledges the opportunity to testify about Intro 429, which proposes several amendments to the NYC construction codes.
- The Department of Buildings has concerns about Intro 429
- The bill would undo positive changes and efficiencies achieved through the 2022 construction codes
- Some provisions in the bill could create confusion rather than provide clarity
Constadino 'Gus' Sirakis
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Good morning, Chair, Sanchez, and members of the Housing And Buildings Committee.
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I am Gusorakis, Deputy Commissioner for Development And Technical Affairs for the New York City Department of Buildings.
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I'm joined today by Tarek Khalil, assistant commissioner for central inspections.
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We appreciate the opportunity to testify before you today regarding intro 429, which makes several amendments to the New York City construction codes.
