Land Use Regulations
A document issued by local government certifying that a building complies with building codes and is safe for occupancy.
A certificate of occupancy (CO) is issued after a building is constructed or substantially renovated and has passed final inspection. It certifies that the building complies with all applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and health standards. A CO specifies the permitted use of the building (residential, commercial, mixed-use). In New York City, a CO is required for all buildings and a change of use requires a new CO. Occupying a building without a valid CO is a violation.
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