Code: LL58/87 (Building access rules.)
Description: (Local Law 58 of 1987) is a New York City law about making buildings easier for people with physical disabilities to enter and use, not a law about penalties for work without a permit. It added accessibility requirements for certain new buildings and changes to existing buildings.
Practical Meaning: If you plan to build or renovate, ask your architect which accessibility rules apply to your project. Your plans may need features such as an entrance that a wheelchair user can use or doors wide enough for a wheelchair.
Where You May See It: You may see this law referenced in DOB plan review comments, building permit applications, or in your architect's drawings when you apply for a permit for new construction or a major alteration.
Why It Matters: This law explains why many newer or renovated buildings in NYC must be designed with ramps, wider doors, grab bars, and other features for people with disabilities. It should not be confused with Local Law 58 of 1988, which deals with civil penalties for work done without a permit and has nothing to do with accessibility.