FISP Cycle 10A: Key deadlines & updates for 2025

If your NYC condo or co-op building falls under FISP Cycle 10A, now is the time to start preparing. The Façade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP), formerly known as Local Law 11, is designed to keep buildings structurally sound and pedestrians safe. For buildings assigned to Cycle 10A, compliance deadlines are fast approaching, and failing to meet them can result in costly fines and emergency repairs.

This guide breaks down everything you need to know about Cycle 10A’s requirements, deadlines, and key updates, so your board can stay ahead of the process and avoid unnecessary stress.

What is FISP Cycle 10A?

FISP operates in five-year cycles, with buildings assigned to one of three sub-cycles based on the last digit of their block number (you can find your block number at the DOB NOW public portal):

• Sub-cycle 10A – Block numbers ending in 4, 5, 6, or 9
• Filing window: February 21, 2025 – February 21, 2027
• Sub-cycle 10B – Block numbers ending in 0, 7, or 8
• Filing window: February 21, 2026 – February 21, 2028
• Sub-cycle 10C – Block numbers ending in 1, 2, or 3
• Filing window: February 21, 2027 – February 21, 2029

If your building falls within Cycle 10A, you're the first group required to comply under Cycle 10 regulations. That means your board should begin preparing now to avoid last-minute challenges.

For a broader overview of Local Law 11 and how FISP works, check out our comprehensive guide here.

What’s new in Cycle 10A?

The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) has introduced several key changes that impact how your building is inspected and what’s required for compliance:

• More rigorous inspections – Hands-on inspections are now required at least every 60 feet of the facade, increasing from previous cycles.
• Stronger focus on balconies and railings – Buildings with balconies must undergo additional scrutiny to confirm structural safety.
• Expanded reporting requirements – Inspectors must provide more detailed photographic documentation and repair timelines when submitting reports.

The inspection & filing process

1. Hire a qualified exterior wall inspector (QEWI)
   • Only a licensed professional engineer (PE) or registered architect (RA) can conduct FISP inspections.
   • Start early to ensure you have time for necessary repairs before the deadline.
2. Conduct a hands-on inspection
   • Inspections involve up-close evaluations of facades, balconies, fire escapes, and other exterior components.
3. Receive a building classification
4. After the inspection, your building will receive one of the following ratings:
   • Safe – No issues detected.
   • Safe with a repair and maintenance program (SWARMP) – Repairs are needed within five years.
   • Unsafe – Immediate hazards require urgent repairs.
5. File the report with DOB
   • Reports must be submitted via the DOB NOW: Safety portal within 60 days of the final inspection.
6. Address required repairs
   • Unsafe buildings must install protective measures (e.g., sidewalk sheds) immediately and complete repairs within 90 days.
   • SWARMP conditions must be fixed before the next cycle.

What happens if you don’t comply?

NYC imposes severe penalties for missing FISP deadlines:

• Late filing fee: $1,000 per month
• Failure to file: $5,000 per year
• Failure to repair unsafe conditions: Additional fines and potential emergency repairs at the building’s expense

Neglecting facade maintenance can also lead to liability issues if falling debris causes injury or property damage.

How your board can prepare

✔ Start the inspection process early – Engineers and architects get booked quickly, so don’t wait until the last minute.

✔ Budget for potential repairs – If past FISP reports flagged SWARMP conditions, your building should already be planning for necessary work.

✔ Keep detailed records – Track previous inspections, repairs, and DOB filings to streamline the process.

✔ Inform residents – Let residents know about upcoming inspections and any potential work that may impact them.

Stay ahead of FISP with expert help

FISP compliance can be overwhelming, but early planning can save your building from fines, stress, and last-minute emergency repairs. If your building falls under Cycle 10A, now is the time to act.

At Daisy, we provide full-service property management, handling everything from Local Law 11 compliance to overseeing inspections, repairs, and DOB filings. We don’t just guide boards through the process—we take on the work, so you don’t have to. If you need support preparing for Cycle 10A, we’re here to help.

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