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Sanchez: strong 2022 codes only work if DOB is resourced

New York City Council · Oct 21, 2026 · starts 0:01:24 · 28 sec

Sanchez says the city has some of the most rigorous and current construction standards, dating to 2022, but argues those standards only protect the public when the enforcement agency is properly staffed, resourced, and able to ensure developers, contractors, and professionals follow the rules.

Pierina Ana Sanchez

Importantly, we have some of the most rigorous construction safety standards in the world, and they are up to date.

Pierina Ana Sanchez

The construction codes we have in effect are just from 2022.

Pierina Ana Sanchez

But our standards only protect the public when the enforcement agency is staffed, resourced, and able to ensure that developers, contractors, and professionals are following the rules.

Pierina Ana Sanchez

So today, we'll take a closer look at DOB's ongoing efforts to advance construction safety.