Document Version 8.13.2020
HPD BLDS Construction Docs (Engineering) Review Submission Checklist
Each submission shall include two multi-page PDFs, the first shall contain all design drawings (“Drawings”), and the second shall
contain all supporting documents (“Documents”), unless otherwise noted. All files must be submitted through the eBLDS process,
and each file must be less than 50 MB in size.
Construction Docs Drawings: [borough]_[block]_[project name]_CD-DWGS.pdf
Construction Docs Documents: [borough]_[block]_[project name]_CD-DOCS.pdf
DRAWINGS (combined as a single PDF)
HPD BLDS Project Summary completely filled-out
Site Plan indicating the context of the development within nearest street intersection(s), including site boundaries &
restrictions, buildings, access points, adjacent structures, roads, sidewalks, parking, driveways, elevation grades, hard and
soft surfaces, tree locations, landscaping, fences, gates, lighting, easements, and encroachments; including Topographic &
Utility Survey by a licensed land surveyor
Zoning Analysis citing all pertinent sections of the zoning resolution, and including permitted and proposed uses, unit density,
FAR, bulk, lot coverage, height, setbacks, vehicle and bicycle parking, etc.
Building Code Summary indicating occupancy group and capacity, construction classification, fire resistance ratings, fire
division diagrams, egress/access requirements, and occupant load. The summary must cite pertinent sections of
the New
York City Building Code, the Housing Maintenance Code, and the New York State Multiple Dwelling Law
Architectural Drawings representing all floors of the proposed development (cellar/basement, street level, typical floor,
upper floors, and roof plan, etc.); clear labeling of all community and common spaces; clear labeling of all rooms with names,
dimensions, and area; large-scale plans for every unit type; and clear labeling of each unit with a unique name and total net
area. Building elevations, cross sections, all applicable material schedules, interior elevations, reflected ceiling plans, etc.
Elevation Drawings representing all exterior elevations of the proposed development; indicating finishes, materials, ceiling
heights, floor elevation levels, and total building height; labeling all elements; and indicating existing adjacent and proximate
buildings to illustrate the context.
Structural Drawings representing all elements of the structural system, including foundation work; with dimensions
indicating spans and spacing of elements; labeling all elements; locating and describing site work related to structural
construction (e.g. extent of excavation, shoring, underpinning, etc.)
HVAC Drawings representing all equipment information (including but not limited to space heating and domestic hot water
units, heat pumps, ventilation systems, pumps, etc.), riser diagram(s), equipment schedules, controls, equipment sequence of
operation, piping distribution, ductwork layouts, equipment clearance requirements, and sizes. Incorporate Enterprise Green
Communities criteria & associated NYC overlay scope as required on plans.
Plumbing Drawings representing piping layout and sizes, all equipment information (including but not limited to domestic
booster pumps, backflow preventers, etc.), riser diagram(s), gas piping, stormwater management system and service entry
locations. Separate out if included in Architectural Drawings. Incorporate Enterprise Green Communities criteria & associated
NYC overlay scope as required on plans.
Electrical Drawings representing electrical device locations based on National Electrical Code and service entry locations.
Incorporate Enterprise Green Communities criteria & associated NYC overlay scope as required on plans. If electrical work is
included in Architectural Drawings, please separate.
Fire Suppression Drawings (sprinkler and standpipe) representing piping layout, all equipment (including but not limited to
sprinkler booster pump, pump controller, heads, hose cabinets, etc.) sprinkler head locations and service entry locations.
If seeking exemption from fire suppression scope, justification must be provided via applicable provisions in Chapter 9 of
the
New York City Building Code.
If the value of the proposed alteration exceeds 50% of the value of the existing building, then the
entire building must comply with fire protection requirements.
