Another day admiring our city from 178 East 80th Street, where we’re hard at work performing FISP repairs. Photo credit: Yuri Karpinovich #architecture #design #construction #FISP #historicpreservation #NYC #HLZAE
Howard L. Zimmerman Architects & Engineers, D.P.C.
Architecture and Planning
New York, NY 3,806 followers
Experts in the building envelope and infrastructure.
About us
Buildings are our passion, new and old, inside and out. Founded in 1981, Howard L. Zimmerman, AIA, organized a professional team of architects, engineers and designers as well as technical, material, building systems specialists who are expert in façade restoration, interior and exterior rehabilitation, MEP and structural engineering, historic preservation, and roof inspection and repair. Howard's philosophy of personal relationships and stellar service, has resulted in a long-standing reputation as a go-to architectural resource focused on the building as an operational unit. Howard L. Zimmerman Architects & Engineers, D.P.C. (HLZAE) understands the design and technical needs of new and older buildings, with special focus on their exterior façades and building systems. Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality professional architectural and engineering services with the firm's unwavering commitment to preserving a structure's design integrity. HLZAE is a full-service architectural firm with over 40 years of experience serving residential, commercial, and industrial properties in all aspects of exterior and interior building design, building renovation, and forensic investigation. The firm also offers interior design services for apartments, lobbies, and common areas. At HLZAE, we address the maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation needs of existing buildings. Our primary responsibility is to assess, evaluate and analyze buildings, estimate costs, produce schedules, research materials, codes and methods, prepare specifications, and resolve complex construction challenges and defect litigation issues. Through our commitment to understanding exterior façades and appurtenances as well as the interior building systems and structure, we provide our clients with a thorough analysis and evaluation upon which they can base their construction, restoration and rehabilitation decisions. HLZAE is Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for 2022.
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http://www.hlzimmerman.com
External link for Howard L. Zimmerman Architects & Engineers, D.P.C.
- Industry
- Architecture and Planning
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1981
- Specialties
- Exterior Restoration, Forensic Investigation, Historic Preservation, Capital Improvements, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Structural Engineering, Special Inspections, Rope Access Inspections, Technical Services, Interior Design, FISP, Local Law 11, MEP/FP, Waterproofing, Expediting, Window Wall Restoration, and Curtain Wall Restoration
Locations
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11 West 30th Street
New York, NY 10001, US
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11 W 30th St
New York, NY 10001, US
Employees at Howard L. Zimmerman Architects & Engineers, D.P.C.
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Justin Shea
Associate Director at Howard L. Zimmerman Architects & Engineers, D.P.C.
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Arie Isaacs
NYC Building Code and Zoning Consultant
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Leon Geoxavier
Senior Project Manager at Howard L. Zimmerman Architects & Engineers, D.P.C.
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Bryce Neuman
Structural engineer, project and people manager, cross-boundary coordinator, & into sci, tech, and development. Learner, doer, explorer, sharer.
Updates
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Local Law 126 is here! Parking structures in sub-cycle 1B & 1C must complete an initial observation and file with the DOB by August 1, 2024. For a comprehensive breakdown of Local Law 126 and compliance steps, watch Howard L. Zimmerman Architects & Engineers, D.P.C. and Milrose Consultants' webinar, 'What You Need to Know About Local Law 126: Parking Structure Inspections'. Hear from our inhouse expert, Bryan Chester, Associate Director, Structural Engineering as he shares best practices as a Qualified Parking Structure Inspector (QPSI). #LocalLaw126 #parkingstructure #garage #architecture #design #construction #NYC #Milrose #HLZAE
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To help you get ready and prepare for the required inspection of your parking structure for Local Law 126, we have created a free downloadable guide for your reference. This Guide to Local Law 126 provides you with: - A detailed breakdown of the inspection windows for parking structures - Instructions on how to identify your community district - An overview of the fees and penalties associated with missing your building's inspection window. Our Qualified Parking Structures Inspectors (QPSIs) are ready and available to evaluate your structures, identify any concerns, and provide the necessary documentation for the DOB to help you avoid any penalties/fines and ensure full compliance.
Local Law 126: Parking Structure Inspections Guide
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Close-up with beautiful details at the Crown Building (730 Fifth Avenue) Photo by: Justin Shea #architecture #design #construction #historicpreservation #NYC #HLZAE
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If you have questions about the deadlines, requirements, and fines related to Local Law 126, you’re not alone. To assist you, we’re providing valuable educational materials and guidance to make your job easier. This week, we’re highlighting a recent webinar, featuring our in-house Qualified Parking Structure Inspector (QPSI), Bryan Chester, Associate Director of Structural Engineering. With the NYC Department of Buildings mandating that all parking structures in sub-cycles 1B and 1C complete a one-time initial observation by August 1, 2024, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the law’s requirements before the deadline. Watch the webinar recording below for a thorough overview of Local Law 126. #LocalLaw126 #parkingstructure #parkinggarage #garage #achitecture #design #construction #engineering #structural #NYC #MilroseConsultants #HLZAE
Local Law 126: Parking Structure Inspections On-Demand Webinar
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Another hot, summer day in the city and the view from up high on Park Avenue makes the city feel even more alive. Photo credit: Anisha Athrey #architecture #design #construction #historicpreservation #engineering #NYC #HLZAE
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Local Law 126 mandates that all NYC garages be inspected by 2027, followed by assessments every six years. The NYC Department of Buildings recently announced that garages in sub-cycles 1B and 1C must complete an initial observation by August 1, 2024. A Qualified Parking Structure Inspector (QPSI) must conduct these observations, and a form must be filed with the DOB by the deadline. For more on Local Law 126 and the latest requirements, check out what our in-house expert, Bryan Chester, PE, QPSI, has to say as he provides detailed insights on these requirements and their implications for property owners. #LocalLaw126 #parkingstructure #garage #architecture #design #construction #engineering #structuralengineer #NYC #HLZAE
Periodic Inspections of Parking Structures (PIPS) - HLZAE
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The NYC Department of Buildings recently made updates to the rules that apply to Sprinkler Systems. This update includes a change that no longer allows your building sprinklers to tap into domestic lines. Check out the link below for everything you need to know and how HLZAE can help! #architecture #design #construction #DOB #codecompliance #MEP #engineering #MEP #sprinklers #NYC #HLZAE
Important Updates to Sprinkler Systems - HLZAE
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The Department of Buildings (DOB) is strictly enforcing the deadline windows for Local Law 152. As a result, there has been an increase in penalties issued to buildings that have not filed their Gas Piping System Periodic Inspection Certification (GPS2). Additionally, the DOB has recently started issuing notices to inform building owners when their gas piping certification is missing and when it is due. For more on these inspection fines, check out the link below! #LocalLaw152 #MEP #codecompliance #engineering #architecture #design #construction #NYC #HLZAE
Local Law 152 - Gas Piping Inspection Fines - HLZAE
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Michael Yang measuring plumb parapets during a parapet inspection at 260 West End Avenue. Photo credit: Kristen Massenburg #architecture #design #construction #FISP #repairs #exteriorrestorarion #MEP #engineering #NYC #HLZAE
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