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Welcome to FACADEORDINANCE.COM, an informational site maintained by Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE). FACADEORDINANCE.COM contains general information regarding facade ordinances in various cities throughout the United States. It is intended for use by individuals seeking an introduction to facade ordinances. Facade ordinances are laws passed by local authorities requiring the periodic inspection of certain building facades to ensure the safety of the public. Ordinance information has been compiled for Chicago, New York, Boston, Detroit, St. Louis, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh, and Columbus, Ohio. Basic information-such as year enacted, ordinance number, and administrative authority (address, phone and contact)-for each cities ordinance can be found here. Brief summaries of individual ordinance requirements-such as frequency of inspection, building and facade types subject to inspection, fines, etc.—can be found here. More detailed information about a particular city's facade ordinance, including relevant links, can be accessed by clicking on the photos on this page. ASTM International has published a model standard, ASTM E2270, "Standard Practice for Periodic Inspection of Building Facades for Unsafe Conditions," which outlines the requirements and procedures for conducting facade inspections. The standard is intended for adoption by model building codes, local municipalities, or private owners of multiple buildings (such as universities), and reflects best practices for facade inspections. Visit ASTM International to learn more. The information provided on FACADEORDINANCE.COM is general in nature and should not be relied upon as fact. Persons requiring specific information on facade ordinances should contact their local authority or e-mail facadeordinance@wje.com. * * * * Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is an interdisciplinary firm of structural engineers, architects, and materials scientists specializing in the investigation, analysis, testing, and design of repairs for distressed conditions in historic and contemporary buildings and structures. Over the last 50 years, WJE has successfully completed more than 70,000 investigative, testing, and repair projects involving virtually every type of facade construction material, structural system, and architectural component. Visit www.wje.com to learn more about WJE's facade services. |
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