NYC TR8: Statement of Responsibility for Energy Code Inspections

Submit the completed form to the NYC Department of Buildings. You may use the online submission portal, email the form to DOB_Forms@buildings.nyc.gov, fax it to (212) 566-3851, or mail it to NYC Department of Buildings, ATTN: Forms Submission, 280 Broadway, New York, NY 10007. Ensure all required fields are filled and signed before submission. Consulting with a qualified professional is recommended to avoid inaccuracies.

Please refer to the latest NYC Energy Conservation Code updates for important deadlines and submission dates related to the NYC TR8 form for 2024 and 2025.

The purpose of the NYC TR8 form is to document the responsibility for Energy Code progress inspections during construction projects. This form ensures that designated individuals, typically architects, engineers, or other qualified professionals, acknowledge their roles in verifying compliance with NYC Energy Code regulations. By filling out and submitting the form, parties involved in construction projects help maintain standards and avoid potential violations. Accurate and timely submission of the TR8 form is crucial for project sign-off and completion. The form requires detailed information about the location of the project, applicant details, and a comprehensive list of required progress inspections. The designated individual must familiarize themselves with relevant NYC Construction Codes and certify their responsibility for conducting inspections and ensuring compliance. This form plays a vital role in the construction process, offering transparency and accountability in Energy Code compliance. It helps streamline inspections, facilitate project management, and ensure all components of the building adhere to the required standards. Architects, engineers, and construction managers can utilize this document to pinpoint responsibilities and keep projects on track.

• 1. Location Information: Contains fields for house number, street name, and work floor details.
• 2. Applicant Information: Requires information such as last name, first name, business name, address, and contact details.
• 3. Energy Code Progress Inspection: Identifies progress inspection requirements and responsibilities.
• 4. Design Applicant's Statement: Signature and seal of the P.E./R.A. responsible for the plans, confirming identified inspections and whether commissioning is required.
• 5. Inspection Applicant's Responsibility: Certification by the principal/director of the inspection agency, acknowledging responsibility for conducting the inspections.
• 6. Inspection Applicant's Certification: Certification that all work conforms to approved construction documents and applicable codes.
• 7. Withdrawal of Applicant: Statement and details if the applicant is withdrawing responsibility for inspections/tests.

Failing to submit the NYC TR8 form can result in significant consequences, including delays in project completion and potential penalties.

• Project Delays: Without the required form submission, project sign-off and completion may be delayed.
• Penalties: Non-compliance with form submission can result in penalties imposed by the NYC Department of Buildings.

• 1. New Construction: Use this form for new building projects requiring Energy Code compliance.
• 2. Renovations: Applicable for significant renovations that must adhere to updated Energy Code standards.
• 3. Energy Code Inspections: Necessary for documenting specific inspections related to Energy Code requirements.
• 4. Project Sign-Off: Required for the final sign-off of projects to ensure all inspections are complete.
• 5. Agency Responsibility: Used by inspection agencies to certify responsibility for Energy Code inspections.