New York Elevator Code

New York Elevator Code Authority

Authorities having jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).

The department of buildings registers all elevator devices in the State. Elevator devices consist of elevators (hydraulic, traction, winding drum, roped hydraulic, rack & pinion and limited use limited access), escalators, moving walks, dumbwaiters, wheel chair lifts, chair lifts and man lifts. The elevator subcode is regulated under by the NYC Department of Buildings. Property owners must correct the issues listed in the DOB violation. Once completed, provide supporting documentation that shows the work has been performed to the Unit that issued the violation. The team will then dismiss the violation. These Units typically operate in the borough office where the property is located, though some Units - such as Boilers and Elevators - may operate at the Department’s headquarters in Manhattan. (excerpt from state website)

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