Building owners in NYC’s community districts 2, 5, 7, 13, and 18 face a critical deadline: gas piping inspections due by December 31, 2025, under Local Law 152. This law ensures gas systems are safe, preventing leaks that could turn deadly. Here’s your guide to compliance across all boroughs—don’t miss it, or face a $5,000 fine.
What is Local Law 152?
Passed in 2016 after gas explosion tragedies, Local Law 152 mandates periodic gas piping inspections every four years. For 2025, it targets buildings in community districts 2, 5, 7, 13, and 18 in all boroughs, part of cycle 2’s sub-cycle B. It’s about keeping tenants and neighbors safe from gas hazards.
Who Needs to Comply?
This applies to buildings in:
- Manhattan: CDs 2, 5, 7
- Bronx: CDs 2, 5, 7
- Brooklyn: CDs 2, 5, 7, 13, 18
- Queens: CDs 2, 5, 7, 13
- Staten Island: CD 2
Excludes one- and two-family homes (R-3) and certain classifications. Check your district at NYC Community Profiles and verify exemptions via the DOB LL152 list.
Inspection Details
A Licensed Master Plumber (LMP) must:
- Visually inspect exposed gas piping for corrosion or leaks.
- Deliver a report within 30 days.
- Certify to DOB within 60 days via DOB Portal.
No tenant entry needed unless piping’s exposed there. Unsafe conditions require immediate fixes and DOB notification.
Deadline and Penalties
Deadline: December 31, 2025. Certification’s due 60 days after inspection, ideally by year-end to avoid:
- $5,000 penalty for late filing
- Extra fines for uncorrected issues
How to Prepare
Act early:
- Confirm District: Use NYC’s tool.
- Hire an LMP: Verify at DOB License Search.
- Schedule Now: Beat the 2025 rush.
- Keep Records: Save reports for 10 years.
If no gas piping exists, file a no-gas certification online.
Why It’s Critical
Gas leaks can spark explosions—Local Law 152 prevents that. With 280,000 buildings citywide needing checks, it’s a big safety net for dense areas like Brooklyn CD 18 or Queens CD 13.
Resources for Compliance
Get support:
- DOB Gas Piping Page: Full details.
- NYC Local Law 152: Overview and tips.
Local Law 152 vs. Other Laws
Pairs with Local Law 157 (gas detectors by May 2025). LL152 checks pipes; LL157 adds alerts—together, they’re NYC’s gas safety duo.
Conclusion: Don’t Delay for 2025
The December 31, 2025, gas piping inspection deadline for CDs 2, 5, 7, 13, and 18 is non-negotiable. A $5,000 fine looms if you miss it. Check your district, hire an LMP, and schedule now—safety and compliance depend on it. Visit DOB for more.
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