Office of Environmental Remediation (OER) Approval and Filing
Professional OER Filing and Approval
The Office of Environmental Remediation (OER) overlooks developments in lots that have environmental implications. Based on zoning actions, a property can get different types of designations from the OER. If you want to carry out development or any work in designated lots, you have to first get an approval from the OER.
The OER approval is necessary to get your work permits from the Department of Building. Designated lots with environmental implications may need to implement a remedial plan as directed by the OER. You can only get approval for your project or the certificate of occupancy after you have carried out the remedial plan satisfactorily.
As with any departmental proceedings and paperwork, the OER approval process can be long and tiring. You may get overwhelmed by the amount of formalities, running around, filling forms, submitting fees, meeting officials- the list is endless! It makes sense to work with a professional agency that has the required expertise and experience in handling OER approvals to save time and effort.
New York Engineers helps you get your OER approval in a simple and easy manner. We take all matters in our hands and do everything that is necessary to get your approval. That means finding the right approvals to file, filling applications with the necessary information, submitting applications- all that is necessary to get your approval or certificate of occupancy.
We also help you design and create remedial plans that receive OER approval on the first attempt. Our team can also assist you in designing your construction or development following the regulations of the OER. The compliant designs are accepted by the OER and you have no trouble getting your final or temporary certificate of occupancy.
We can also provide construction administration services so that each piece of work is carried out according to plans. You also have the choice of working with our recommended contractors where we can guarantee a zero-change work. If you need adept guidance and want to get your OER approval in a hassle-free manner, you are invited to take the help of our dedicated team.
Do I Need to Apply for OER Approval?
It's really simple to find out whether you need to apply for OER approval or not. The OER places environmental requirements on specified property lots as a consequence of zoning action. Based on circumstances, your property can get an E-designation (E) or Restrictive Declaration (RD). The designations are given after evaluating various factors outlined in the ZR 11-15.
If your lot has an "E" designation, it means your property has environments requirements associated with air, noise or hazardous materials. The designations are given under the City Environmental Quality Review (CEQR) Act. Any new development, alteration or expansion in E-designated lots will need approvals from the OER before you can proceed.
Getting an approval from the OER is the first step of the process to get your work permit. It's mandatory to get OER approvals for designated lots, otherwise you may have to face legal consequences or penalties.
You can easily find out whether your property has an "E" designation or RD. The easiest way is to check out the New York City Zoning Resolution Appendix C or the zoning map where the lots show up with their respective designations.
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