DOB NOW: NEXT DAY REVIEW (NDR) SUBMISSION GUIDE - Revised 07.25.24

Oct 24, 2026

DOB NOW: Next Day Review (NDR) submission guide outlines eligibility limits and preparation rules for expedited review in NYC. It specifies that NDR is restricted to minor alterations for residential interiors, commercial storefronts, façade repair, and limited-scope mechanical, plumbing, structural work, with no Alt-CO or enlargements. The guide provides step-by-step checklist requirements for complete drawing sets and clarifies diagram-only reference use, then details DOB standard title block drawing submission standards.

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Pages19

Reading Time48 min

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Next Day Review (NDR) Submission Guide

Scope limits for NDR

Drawing set checklist for plan review

DOB NOW title block and drawing submission standards

Title block placement and stamp requirements

Next Day Review Submission Guide REVISED 07.25.24 DOB NOW: NEXT DAY REVIEW (NDR) SUBMISSION GUIDE Revised 07.25.24 Next Day Review is limited to the following: Minor Alterations for interior Residential spaces, Commercial Storefronts, Façade Repair, Limited Scope (Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, and subsequent applications). No Alt-CO or Enlargements shall be filed for Next Day Review. (As per DOB Project guidelines) [https://www.nyc.gov/site/buildings/dob/project-guidelines.page](https://www.nyc.gov/site/buildings/dob/project-guidelines.page) [Listed below you will find the new Step-by-Step Guidelines for DOB Drawing Next Day Review submissions. The next few slides will present](Listed below you will find the new Step-by-Step Guidelines for DOB Drawing Next Day Review submissions. The next few slides will present)[ ](Listed below you will find the new Step-by-Step Guidelines for DOB Drawing Next Day Review submissions. The next few slides will present)[how all drawings and diagrams should be mapped out when submitting a complete drawing set. Please also note that not all things listed](how all drawings and diagrams should be mapped out when submitting a complete drawing set. Please also note that not all things listed)[ ](how all drawings and diagrams should be mapped out when submitting a complete drawing set. Please also note that not all things listed)[below may pertain to each filing and that some of these slides will only be required if applicable. By following these guidelines this will lead](below may pertain to each filing and that some of these slides will only be required if applicable. By following these guidelines this will lead)[ ](below may pertain to each filing and that some of these slides will only be required if applicable. By following these guidelines this will lead)[for a faster plan review with little to no objections.](for a faster plan review with little to no objections.) Below you will find the list of items that MUST be (where applicable) represented on your drawing submissions for a complete plan review. Some items may vary depending on the type of filing and or scope of work. Please be advised that all diagrams shown in this Guide are ONLY for reference and should not be copied or re-used under any circumstances. All diagrams used in this presentation are for diagrammatic guidance ONLY! 􀂆 COVER SHEET WITH BUILDING ADDRESS AND BUILDING LOCATION DIAGRAMS • Project Narrative • Full and clear scope of work/ full job description with filing strategy • List all special and progress inspections that are applicable • Drawings index showing sheet titles in the title block • Energy Code compliance path if applicable • Zoning map if applicable 􀂆 SITE PLAN 􀂆 ADA CLEARENCE DIAGRAMS • Enlarged kitchen and bathroom plans showing ADA accessibility if applicable 􀂆 EXISTING FLOOR PLANS • Provide plans with measurements showing existing conditions 􀂆 DEMOLITION FLOOR PLANS 􀂆 FULL CONSTRUCTION/PROPOSED SET OF FLOOR PLANS WITH ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS FROM ALL LEVELS • Provide daylight and ventilation calculations in habitable spaces , egress plans, calculations, fire rated enclosures 􀂆 (RCP) REFLECTED CELLING PLANS • Provide mech vents, smoke/carbon detectors where required 􀂆 ROOF PLAN SHOULD SHOW FDNY ACCESS WHEN APPLICABLE • Bulkhead plan should show ladder. • Building Code 1512 or sustainable roof zone details if applicable 􀂆 ELEVATIONS AND SECTIONS OF THE BUILDING SHOWING HEIGHTS 􀂆 DOOR WINDOW AND WALL SCHEDULE SHOWING U-FACTOR AND R-VALUE SPECIFICATION 􀂆 ENERGY COMPLIANCE TABLE build safe| live safe DOB NOW: NEXT DAY REVIEW (NDR) SUBMISSION GUIDE Revised 07.25.24 DOB NOW: Title Block Standards DOB STANDARD TITLE BLOCK DRAWING SUBMISSION The following must be included on all drawings: Compliance with DOB Graphic Standards, Title Block, discipline designators and revision numbers as per DOB requirements, Scale of each drawing or detail, The o

FAQs

What project types and scopes are eligible for DOB NOW: Next Day Review (NDR)?

NDR is limited to minor alterations for interior residential spaces, commercial storefronts, façade repair, and limited-scope mechanical, plumbing, structural work (and subsequent applications).

Are Alt-CO or enlargements allowed in an NDR submission?

No. The guide states that no Alt-CO or enlargements shall be filed for Next Day Review.

What mandatory elements must be included in the DOB standard title block on all drawings?

All drawings must include DOB Graphic Standards compliance, title block, discipline designators and revision numbers per DOB requirements, scale, north arrow orientation, dimensions related to the scope, drawing title, relevant notes/details, clear scope description including construction/demolition, and signed and sealed certification by a design professional.

Oct 24, 2026

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