Parking Structures: The Parallels of Code & Inspection

Presented by
Yagal Shamash, P.E.
Assistant Commissioner, Investigative Engineering Services
NYC Department of Buildings

This presentation will discuss key measures needed to ensure the structural stability of existing parking structures. The course will cover data that is relevant to parking structures in New York City that led to the development of the new Code ad Rule.  We will discuss different incidents that we are hoping to avoid by enacting these Code changes, and delve into some of the details of the pending rule and how one can become a Qualified Parking Structure Inspector (QPSI).

Participants will be able to identify the maintenance difficulties, inspection nuances, and the details of the code requirements for different types of parking structures. Lastly, we will discuss the new proposed rule for an early initial observation.