If your building in The Bronx is subject to Local Law 11, you’re likely already working with an engineer to inspect and report exterior conditions to the NYC Department of Buildings. But the next step—hiring a contractor for repairs—requires more than just a quote. It requires a carefully negotiated construction contract that protects your building, your finances, and your legal standing.
At Kushnick Pallaci PLLC, we help Bronx building owners, co-op boards, and property managers navigate the legal risks of Local Law 11 façade repairs by reviewing and negotiating construction contracts that are customized to NYC’s unique regulatory and liability environment.
🔹 Why Local Law 11 Projects in The Bronx Need Legal Oversight
Façade repairs under Local Law 11 (also known as FISP) can be complex and high-risk, especially for properties in dense or historic Bronx neighborhoods like Riverdale, Fordham, and Grand Concourse. Work often includes:
- Suspended scaffolds, sidewalk sheds, and site staging
- Masonry, brick pointing, sealant replacement, and lintel repair
- Tenant notifications and access coordination
- Close proximity to neighboring structures
Standard contractor agreements often overlook the real-world risks involved in Local Law 11 work. Our firm ensures your contract isn’t just “boilerplate”—we make sure it protects you.
🔹 Contract Terms That Must Be Reviewed Before Signing
We routinely identify and correct problems in façade repair contracts involving:
- Scope of Work – Tied directly to the engineer’s FISP report and DOB mandates
- Insurance Coverage – Verifying liability, worker’s comp, umbrella policies, and naming your building as an additional insured
- Indemnification – Ensuring you are protected against third-party claims and contractor negligence
- RPAPL 881 Access Issues – If work impacts a neighbor’s building, we assist in negotiating license agreements or filing court petitions
- Project Timelines – Including real deadlines and clear remedies for delay
- Change Order Clauses – Preventing “surprise” extras and inflated costs
- Safety and Compliance Provisions – Especially important in occupied buildings and multi-unit dwellings
- Lien Waivers and Payment Terms – To prevent payment disputes with subcontractors and suppliers
We structure these provisions to reduce your exposure, limit disputes, and avoid delays or DOB violations.
🔹 Who We Help in The Bronx
Our clients include:
- Residential and mixed-use building owners
- Co-op and condo boards
- Private landlords
- Property management firms
- Religious institutions and nonprofit property owners
Whether you’re handling repairs proactively or responding to an “Unsafe” DOB finding, we help you enter into a contract that’s clear, balanced, and legally enforceable.
🔗 Related Legal Services:
- Construction Contract Review
- Access Agreements & RPAPL 881 Petitions
- Construction Dispute Resolution
📍 Focused on Bronx Neighborhoods:
We assist owners throughout the borough, including:
- Riverdale
- Mott Haven
- Fordham
- Kingsbridge
- Pelham Bay
- Belmont
- Parkchester
- Throggs Neck
- Morrisania
From six-story walkups to high-rise developments, we’ve helped property owners across The Bronx manage façade compliance smoothly and legally.
📞 Before You Hire a Contractor, Talk to a Bronx Construction Lawyer
Your contractor’s proposal may look fine—but if it lacks key protections, you could be left paying for hidden costs, dealing with access issues, or facing legal disputes after the work starts.
Call Kushnick Pallaci PLLC today at (631) 752-7100 or
👉 Visit www.nyconstructionlaw.com
to schedule a construction contract review before your Local Law 11 project begins.