Budget boost means Bronx developers will build under watchful eye
Developers will now build in the Bronx under closer supervision thanks to a financial boost to the Department of Buildings (DOB). The city is giving the DOB an additional $2.5 million to hire more inspectors,
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Sep 22, 2006, 10:19 PM
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Developers will now build in the Bronx under closer supervision thanks to a financial boost to the Department of Buildings (DOB).
The city is giving the DOB an additional $2.5 million to hire more inspectors, better screen developers? applications and pay for overtime to cover worksite visits.
Councilman James Vacca (D-Bronx), who supports the budget increase, says developers must be watched so they don?t disregard zoning laws and build bigger.
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