New York City just tightened the screws on gas-piping work, with tougher inspection and plumbing oversight rules taking effect on Sunday. Periodic gas inspections now have to be done by a licensed master plumber, or by a journeyman plumber working directly under one, and the inspection scope is extended all the way to where gas lines connect to appliances. Local Law 142 also brings back the plumbing and fire-suppression contractor license board and gives the Department of Buildings more muscle to go after unlicensed work. Owners, landlords and plumbing contractors should brace for extra paperwork and sharper enforcement as the city rolls in technical changes.
What the law changes
According to the legislative file from the New York City Council, Int……