Local Law 152: Periodic Inspections of Gas Piping Systems

Local Law 152 was created to protect occupants and the public from gas leaks and explosions.

Requirements:

• Visual Inspection by DOB Registered Licensed Master Plumber
• Date ranges for inspections in table below
• HLZAE Provides pre-inspection services to identify any issues that may cause failure of certification
• Filing of inspection certification by Master Plumber
• Repairs must be made within 120 or 180 days based on request made by Master Plumber
• Failure to certify inspection within timeframes allotted will result in $10,000 fine

Beginning January 1, 2020, gas piping systems in all buildings, except for one- and two-family homes, and other buildings classified in occupancy group R-3, must be inspected by a Licensed Master Plumber, or a qualified individual working for a Licensed Master Plumber. Gas piping systems must be inspected at least once every four years according to the schedule below.

This inspection requirement applies to all buildings, except to one- and two-family homes, and other buildings classified in occupancy group R-3. If the inspection requirement does not apply to a building based on its occupancy group classification, no further action is necessary.

* And no later than December 31 within every fourth calendar year thereafter

Failure to file a Gas Piping System Periodic Inspection Certification by the applicable due date may result in a civil penalty of $10,000.