Occupancy, Certificates and Inspections
Building classifications, occupancy documents, registrations and inspection requirements.
Building Maintenance Code Course NYC
Course Code: BMC
The Building Maintenance Code course provides students with fundamental knowledge of building maintenance laws and requirements essential for protecting life, health, property, and safety. This course covers the local, state, and federal codes that guide the maintenance and operation of residential, commercial, and mixed-use buildings. Students will explore how these regulations are enforced by various government agencies including the Department of Buildings (DOB), Fire Department (FDNY), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Department of Health (DOH), and Department of Sanitation (DSNY).
Through this program, students gain a clear understanding of their daily responsibilities related to code compliance, inspection procedures, and maintenance standards. They will learn how proper building management ensures safety, integrity, and functionality of properties in line with New York City’s legal framework. The course also examines the growing importance of high-rise construction and how safety codes evolve to meet modern building demands.
What you will learn in this course:
- Building classifications by occupancy (public, residential, commercial, and mixed-use)
- Certificates of Occupancy, inspection certificates, and property registration
- Responsibilities of landlords, tenants, and building owners
- Understanding differences between residential and commercial codes
- Identifying violations, penalties, and correction procedures
- Scheduled janitorial, repair, and maintenance services
- Stair and elevator identification and signage requirements
- Types of sprinkler systems and maintenance procedures
- Classification of fires and extinguishers
- City agencies responsible for enforcing maintenance codes
Admission Requirements:
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Present a valid government-issued photo identification.
- Submit a High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (GED). Applicants who do not possess a High School Diploma or GED must successfully pass the school’s Entrance Examination.
| Section: Morning 1 Day | Section: Afternoon 2 Days | Section: Evening 2 Days | Section: Weekend 1 Saturday or 1 Sunday | ||||
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| Feb 26 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Feb 24 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Mar 26 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Mar 30 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| April 29 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Apr 27 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| May 27 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | May 25 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Jun 24 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Jun 29 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Jul 29 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Jul 27 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Aug 26 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Sept28 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Sep 30 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Oct 26 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Oct 28 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Mon - Fri 9 A.M. - 4 P.M. | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Nov 09 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Nov 11 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Nov 30 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Nov 25 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Dec 28 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||
| Dec 30 | Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-6:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | |||
*Please call the school to see if the schedule is available
Terms of Building Violations , Instruction in Housing Code define the types of violations:
- Class A Violation
- Class B violation
- Class C violation
Tenants Violations as Grounds for Eviction:
- Obligations of Owner and Tenant
- Duties of Owner
- Duties of Tenant
- Owners right of access
- Tenants Violations as grounds for eviction
- Safety and Protective Devices
- Locks for doors
- Smoke detectors
- Lights in hallways and stairwells
- Emergency lights
- Intercom system, announcing visitors
- Security Guards
Sanitation Codes:
- Recycling procedures for Residential and Commercial Buildings
- Sanitation laws, for community Cleanliness
- Cleaning and maintaining areas around the building and servicing interior hallways, corridors, lobbies, stairwells and elevators.
Classification of Buildings:
- Residential
- Commercial
- Institutional
- Different sanitation/health laws requirements for each category.
Overview to Building Maintenance Residential and Commercial:
- Define Commercial Buildings
- Define Enterprise Zones
- Industrial property
- Manufacturing (types)
- Multifamily dwellings
- Residential housing
- Explain important aspects of building maintenance standards
Certification of Competency:
- Review, why number of Building operational facilities have a direct effect on the properties maintenance work load.
- Define the obligations of the owner in addressing complaints from tenants.
- Explain need for public lighting in housing
- Extermination and rodent eradication
- Heating and hot water requirement rules and Building code law.
Total Cost: $1,200
Cost includes full training, Books, and Training Supplies.
Building Maintenance Code Course Overview
Understand maintenance laws, inspections and code-compliance responsibilities for New York City properties.
What You Will Learn
Violations and Responsibilities
Violation classes, correction procedures, penalties, and owner and tenant duties.
Fire Protection and Building Safety
Sprinklers, extinguishers, signage, emergency lighting and protective devices.
Sanitation and Property Maintenance
Recycling, cleanliness, common areas, repairs, heating, hot water and pest control.
NYC Enforcement Agencies
The curriculum addresses roles associated with DOB, FDNY, DEP, DOH and DSNY enforcement.
Career Relevance
The course supports knowledge used in building operations, property maintenance and code compliance. Employer requirements vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Building Maintenance Code course?
- The course introduces laws, codes, inspections and maintenance requirements used to protect life, health, property and safety in residential, commercial and mixed-use buildings.
- Which government agencies are discussed?
- The page identifies the NYC Department of Buildings, FDNY, Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Health and Department of Sanitation.
- What topics are taught?
- Topics include occupancy classifications, certificates, property registration, owner and tenant duties, violations, maintenance services, signage, sprinklers, fires, extinguishers and enforcement agencies.
- Does the course cover building violations?
- Yes. The curriculum discusses Class A, B and C violations, penalties, correction procedures and tenant violations.
- Are owner and tenant responsibilities included?
- Yes. Duties, access rights, complaints, safety devices and grounds for eviction are addressed.
- Does training cover sanitation codes?
- Yes. Recycling, community cleanliness, exterior areas, hallways, corridors, lobbies, stairs and elevators are included.
- Are fire and sprinkler systems covered?
- Yes. Sprinkler-system types and maintenance, fire classifications and extinguishers are listed topics.
- Does the course cover heating and hot water rules?
- Yes. Heating and hot-water requirements and related building-code law appear in the detailed curriculum.
- How long is the BMC course?
- The page lists a one-day morning option, two-day afternoon and evening options, and a one-day Saturday or Sunday option. Confirm current availability with IDI.
- What schedules are available?
- Morning, afternoon, evening and weekend sections are listed. Contact IDI for current dates and availability.
- How much does the course cost?
- The page lists a total cost of $1,200, including training, books and training supplies. Confirm current pricing with IDI.
- What are the admission requirements?
- Applicants must be at least 18, present government-issued identification, and provide a high school diploma or GED. Those without either credential must pass the entrance examination.
- Does the course cover residential and commercial buildings?
- Yes. Residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, manufacturing and multifamily property concepts are discussed.
- Who may benefit from this course?
- The material is relevant to people pursuing building operations, property maintenance and code-compliance responsibilities. Employer requirements vary.
- How do I register?
- Use the pre-registration page or request program information to confirm the next class and current cost.
