NY A09614

Requires periodic inspections of parking structures at least once every five years and additional inspections when structural integrity is compromised by storms, floods, collisions, or other incidents.

Mandates inspections include structural integrity evaluation of structural and foundation systems, analysis of design plans, code changes, live load capacity ratings, and any deterioration or modifications.

Requires inspecting engineers to be licensed professional engineers meeting qualifications prescribed by the council, with inspection reports filed with the council within 60 days and made available to the public.

Establishes council-developed inspection rating system reflecting structural integrity and safety, along with maintenance guidelines, live load capacity posting requirements, and procedures for closing unsafe structures.

Defines "parking structure" as any building or structure used for parking or storage of motor vehicles on levels other than ground level, effective 90 days after enactment.