Design 2147, Ltd. continues to grow and evolve as we strive to meet the ever changing needs of our clients. The regulatory system that drives development in the city of New York has experienced some major changes in recent years and, staying a step ahead, we have assembled a team of experts from various fields to provide assistance to design professionals, developers and builders.

Our Code + Zoning Division includes Architects as well as Subject Matter Experts with practical and specialized knowledge in zoning and land use, interpretation and application of complex building codes and proficiency in navigating complicated municipal approval processes. Their deep knowledge of the building regulations is coupled with practical experience dealing directly with governing agencies that include the Department of Buildings, City Planning, Fire Department and the Department of Environmental Protection. These professionals work as a team to prevent problems, find solutions and maximize the potential of any project.

The services provided by this team include predevelopment zoning analysis, zoning interpretations, code analysis, compliance plan review and municipal process analysis. The scope of services can range from addressing targeted issues to assistance with an entire project. This team works closely with other groups in the firm that specialize in municipal processing and expediting, providing our clients with comprehensive services from project inception through approvals, permits and certificate of occupancy. In addition to a significant number of firms in the design professions, our diverse clientele also includes attorneys, developers, national retailers, as well as many of the city’s cultural, educational, medical and non-profit institutions and an array of builders and specialized construction firms.

As we continue to offer one of the most complete ranges of services in the industry, our expanded Code Compliance Services Group will allow Design 2147, Ltd. to offer an unparalleled level of expertise.