Greetings!
In this issue, we depart from our customary format to provide important information on the City of Boston Facade Ordinance Code that requires periodic safety inspections of "high rise" commercial buildings. As the Fall season approaches, now is an opportune time to arrange for such an inspection before the cold weather is upon us. Abbot can team with a qualified architect/engineering firm to facilitate the entire process.
We trust that you will benefit from the information provided in this publication. If you have any comments or questions, or would like an estimate on a masonry repair project, we can be reached at
617-445-0274 or at www.abbotbuilding.com.
Sincerely,
Michael Norman
Vice President
Abbot Building Restoration Company, Inc.
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Don't Be Left Out in the Cold....
Now is the Time for a Safety Inspection
Save Fines, Eliminate Injuries, Identify Problems, and Avoid Costly Repairs
The City of Boston (MA) passed a Façade Ordinance Code in 1995 requiring that exterior walls and appurtenances of "high rise" commercial buildings whose height is greater than 70 feet be inspected periodically for safety. The law requires inspection every year for "unoccupied" buildings and every 5 years for "occupied" buildings. The inspection must be performed and report filed by a registered architect or engineer. The report shall include a record of all significant deterioration, unsafe conditions, and movement observed, as well as a statement regarding the water tightness of the exterior surfaces.
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Required periodic inspections of Boston high rise buildings can save fines, avoid injuries, identify problems, and avoid costly repairs.
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While the architect or engineer is well-qualified to handle the "technical" aspects of the inspection, masonry contractors like Abbot Building Restoration can team with the architect/engineer to help facilitate the practical aspects of the process.
According to Michael Norman, Vice President of Abbot Building Restoration Co. Inc., the masonry contractor can provide the architect/engineer with access to the building, utilizing aerial lifts, staging, and/or scaffolding, to assure a close-up inspection. For example, while a binocular inspection may indicate a minor crack in the masonry, a closer inspection may reveal a more severe problem.
In addition, the contractor can assist in the assessment of the extent of the deterioration and outline of the scope of work required to restore the integrity of the façade.
Conducting such an inspection can save the owner fines, eliminate injuries, identify problems, and ultimately save the owner expensive repairs.
As the Fall season approaches, whether your building falls under the Ordinance Code or not, now is an opportune time to contact Abbot at 617-445-0274 to arrange a safety inspection before the cold weather is upon us.
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Abbot Building Restoration Company, Inc.
28 Allerton Street, Boston, MA 02119
Tel: 617-445-0274 · Fax: 617-445-0277
estimating@abbotbuilding.com · www.abbotbuilding.com
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Feature Article
Safety inspections of "high rise" commercial buildings as required by the City of Boston can avoid fines, eliminate injuries, identify problems, and ultimately save the owner expensive repairs.
See full article below
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