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Join industry experts for a must-attend discussion on NYC building best practices. On Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM EST, RAND Principal Peter Varsalona, PE, CEM, CBCP will join professionals from Holland & Knight LLP and Wolfe Realty Services LLC for an expert-led discussion on the best practices for maintaining, repairing, altering, and renovating NYC buildings and apartments. The session will cover: -– Planning interior and exterior renovation projects – Managing large-scale building-wide construction – Understanding mandatory vs. discretionary projects Register by March 26: https://lnkd.in/gWWyrBZG This is the first session of a four-part series. Additional webinars are planned for April, May, and June, with dates to be announced soon.

Last chance to register! Holland & Knight, RAND Engineering & Architecture, and Wolfe Realty Services are hosting a live expert roundtable on best practices for maintaining, repairing, altering, and renovating NYC buildings and apartments. ? Tomorrow, Thursday, March 27 from 12:30–2:00 PM. Don’t miss the opportunity to join a thoughtful discussion led by experienced industry professionals. Registration closes today: https://lnkd.in/gWWyrBZG

At RAND, we believe in honoring and celebrating the rich diversity of our team and the cultures that make us stronger. This week, we’re honoring Nowruz, the Persian New Year - a tradition celebrated by our new Project Manager and Engineer, Goli Razaghi, MBA, CPHC, WELL AP, LEED AP BD+C. Nowruz marks the first day of spring and has been celebrated for over 3,000 years. It’s a time for renewal, harmony with nature, and the coming together of families and communities. The 13-day festival is filled with joy, shared values, and meaningful traditions – including the Haft-Seen table, which features seven symbolic items: - Seeb (apple) for beauty - Seer (garlic) for health - Serkeh (vinegar) for patience - Sonbol (hyacinth) for spring - Samanu (sweet pudding) for fertility - Sabzeh (sprouts) for rebirth - Sekeh (coins) for prosperity RAND is proud to embrace diverse traditions like Nowruz and to celebrate the unique perspectives our team members, like Goli, bring to the table. Happy Nowruz from our RAND family to yours!

We had a great time joining Volunteer New York! virtually to help assemble Wings literacy kits for children in Head Start programs. From stuffing little dragon friends to building hands-on literacy lap books, it was a meaningful (and adorable!) way to support early learning. Thank you to VNY! for the opportunity to contribute to such an impactful initiative. #RANDGivedBack

Is your building prepared for upcoming Local Law 97 deadlines and future emissions limits? Our Decarbonization Roadmap offers strategic guidance to help building owners reduce emissions, manage compliance proactively, and control operating costs. Stay ahead of the curve — contact RAND today to develop a clear, actionable plan that prioritizes impactful upgrades and leverages available incentives – to keep your building compliant as regulations become stricter. Read more: https://lnkd.in/geiDMUXT . . . #LocalLaw97 #Decarbonization #BuildingCompliance #EnergyEfficiency #NYCBuildings

Why do so many NYC sidewalk sheds stay up for years? A closer look at why sidewalk sheds linger and what it takes to get them down. RAND President Stephen Varone, AIA, spoke with The Hustle about the challenges building owners face in completing facade repairs. As building envelope experts, RAND helps owners navigate the Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), manage exterior restoration projects, and complete repairs efficiently, so sheds can come down sooner. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/ef-fPBfj Need help with facade compliance? Contact RAND at 212-675-8844 or [email protected].

Join industry experts for a must-attend discussion on NYC building best practices. On Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM EST, RAND Principal Peter Varsalona, PE, CEM, CBCP will join professionals from Holland & Knight LLP and Wolfe Realty Services LLC for an expert-led discussion on the best practices for maintaining, repairing, altering, and renovating NYC buildings and apartments. The session will cover: -– Planning interior and exterior renovation projects – Managing large-scale building-wide construction – Understanding mandatory vs. discretionary projects Register by March 26: https://lnkd.in/gVjRAyCd This is the first session of a four-part series. Additional webinars are planned for April, May, and June, with dates to be announced soon.

Local Law 97’s deadline extension gives building owners more time, but filing late or submitting inaccurate data can still lead to penalties. The new grace period allows reports to be submitted by June 30, 2025, without penalties, and owners who apply for an extension by this date may have until August 29, 2025, to file. Don't wait — qualified professionals will become limited as deadlines approach. Working with a Registered Design Professional (RDP) or Retro-Commissioning Agent is required to certify and submit your report, verify emissions and energy data for accuracy, and confirm that your building’s Gross Floor Area (GFA) calculations are accurate. Find out what steps building owners should take now to stay compliant: https://lnkd.in/e3KeQEnD #LocalLaw97 #LL97 #BuildingCompliance #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency

In honor of International Women’s Day and Women in Construction Week, we recognize and celebrate the incredible women who are an essential part of RAND. Their dedication, leadership, and expertise make a real difference every day, and we’re grateful for all they do. As part of our commitment to supporting women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), RAND donated $2,500 to Girls Who Code to help inspire and empower the next generation of female engineers, architects, and innovators. While these observances last only a day or a week, our appreciation for the women of RAND, and all the women in this field, is every day. . . . #WomenInSTEM #WomenInConstruction #GirlsWhoCode #RANDWomen #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInConstructionWeek

Local Law 97 Update: Grace Period & Extensions Announced! Per a recent NYC DOB Service Notice, building owners now have extra time to submit LL97 compliance reports: ? A 60-day grace period extends the filing deadline from May 1 to June 30, 2025, with no penalties. ? Owners must apply for an extension by June 30, 2025 in the online reporting portal. If approved, the deadline is extended to August 29, 2025. ? Extensions require confirmation that a registered design professional (RDP) has been hired to complete the report. Need assistance with your LL97 compliance report or extension? Contact us to get started at 212-675-8844 or [email protected]. More info at www.randpc.com/LL97 . . . #LocalLaw97 #LL97 #NYCCompliance #EnergyEfficiency #CarbonReduction #Sustainability #Decarbonization