Re: Important LL152 Updates: 48-Hour Notice, Expanded Scope & Upcoming DOB Fees

[Ralph Yozzo]

Thank you Yoel

To the so-called Elected Representatives of the People,

There is a historical truth that those in power often mistake for a permanent condition: the quiet of the public is not the same as their consent.

You may look at the current state of affairs—the patience of the taxpayer, the resilience of the working class, and the long-suffering nature of the average citizen—and conclude that the people are indifferent. You may believe that your maneuvers, your partisan divisions, and your disregard for the common good have gone unnoticed.

That would be a profound miscalculation.

The Nature of the "Sleeping Giant"

History teaches us that the collective consciousness of a nation moves like a massive tide. It is slow to turn, heavy with the weight of daily life, and often hesitant to disrupt the status quo.

• The Awakening: People are slow to wake up because they are builders, not destroyers. They prefer peace, stability, and the ability to provide for their families.

• The Momentum: Once the threshold of tolerance is crossed, that same heaviness becomes an unstoppable momentum.

• The Resolve: When a populace realizes that the institutions meant to serve them have become self-serving, the transition from "quiet observer" to "active force" is absolute.

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A Final Note of Caution

A people fully awake to their own power and the failures of their leadership cannot be lulled back to sleep with empty rhetoric or incremental concessions. When the collective "we" decides that enough is enough, the political games that seem so vital in your halls today will become irrelevant overnight.

You were elected to be stewards, not masters. We suggest you begin acting with the urgency that this moment requires, before the silence you currently enjoy is replaced by a voice you can no longer ignore.

On Thu, Feb 26, 2026 at 9:57 AM Yoel Friedman <285...@gmail.com> wrote:

Dear Friends,

I am writing to express my significant concerns regarding the recent Local Law 152 updates and the impending DOB filing fees outlined in your latest communication.

The increasing financial and regulatory pressure placed on small property owners in New York City is becoming unsustainable. Between the plumber fees ranging $650-$1000 and the new requirements and the additional filing fees—which can reach up to $480—it feels as though the burden of ownership is being expanded without any corresponding relief, such as property tax reductions. It is reaching a point where maintaining property ownership is becoming nearly impossible for anyone other than millionaires or large-scale developers.

At which point does this administrative fees create a “taking” event prohibited by the US constitution?

I hope that these concerns are being voiced to the appropriate departments at the Department of Buildings, as the current trajectory of these mandates constitutes a severe hardship for individual owners.

Thank you for keeping me informed of these changes.

Best regards,

Yoel Friedman

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From: HBNY Plumbing & Heating LLC <ma...@hcpcampaigns.com>
Date: Thu, Feb 26, 2026 at 9:29 AM
Subject: Important LL152 Updates: 48-Hour Notice, Expanded Scope & Upcoming DOB Fees
To: Yoel Friedman

Dear Property Owner / Manager,

We would like to inform you of important updates to Local Law 152 (Gas Piping Inspections) that have taken effect this week, along with additional changes coming soon.

🔹 New DOB 48-Hour Advance Notice Requirement

The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) now requires that a 48-hour advance notice be submitted prior to performing any LL152 inspection.

Inspections must now be scheduled for a specific date and exact time, as this information is required when submitting the notice to DOB.

DOB has indicated that inspections may be randomly spot-checked, so it is important that access is available at the scheduled time to avoid compliance issues or delays.

Because of this new requirement:

Inspections must be confirmed in advance.

We must arrive at the scheduled time entered with DOB.

Access must be fully coordinated prior to the inspection date.

🔹 Expanded Inspection Scope – Commercial & Mixed-Use Buildings

Recent changes to the law have expanded the scope of LL152 inspections.

All commercial and mixed-use spaces must now be inspected in full, regardless of who occupies them.

Previously, some tenant-occupied commercial spaces were treated differently. That is no longer the case.

Now, the inspection includes:

All commercial spaces

All mixed-use tenant areas

All commercial and mixed-use spaces regardless of tenant occupancy

Basements and cellars

Boiler rooms and mechanical rooms

Common areas, corridors, and hallways

Rooftops where gas piping or gas equipment is present

The only areas exempt from inspection are dwelling units (apartments).

However, please note:

If the gas point of entry — where the gas service enters the building — is located inside a dwelling unit or any other space, that area must always be inspected, as the gas point of entry is required to be examined under the law.

🔹 Upcoming DOB Filing Fees

In the coming months, DOB will be implementing new mandatory filing fees for Local Law 152 inspections.

These fees will apply to all customers and will range from $35 up to $480, depending on the type of filing submitted (e.g., certification, extension, no gas certification, etc.).

Once DOB activates the fee collection system, these charges will be required at the time of filing and are separate from inspection service fees.

We will continue to monitor DOB implementation details and keep you informed as more information becomes available.

🔹 What This Means for You

To ensure compliance and avoid delays:

Please confirm a specific inspection time.

Ensure access to all required areas.

Coordinate with tenants in advance if necessary.

Be prepared for possible DOB spot checks.

Be aware of upcoming DOB filing fees that will soon be mandatory.

Our team will continue to guide you through these updates and ensure your building remains compliant with all current requirements.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule your inspection, please contact us directly.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safety.

(212) 741-0315 | har...@hbnyplumbing.com
30 Wall St 8th Floor , New York, NY 10005

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