On January 14, 2008, concrete framework and a two-story shoring system at a residential hotel collapsed at 246 Spring Street in Manhattan. The Department of Buildings' forensic engineers started an investigation to establish the physical causes of the accident and to verify compliance with the New York City Building Code and proper engineering practice.
Business Integrity Commission's 2012 annual report features recent agency accomplishments and figures, and includes media highlights and a look at some industry growth areas.