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Building certifications in Boston

Regulated by Boston ISD / MA Office of Public Safety & Inspections. 3 cert types in the database.

every 5 years
Facade Inspection Bos

Buildings over 70 feet in height (Boston Code Ordinance 9-9.12); buildings over 125 feet require close-up inspection

Boston Code Ordinance Section 9-9.12

Source: www.boston.gov official page
annual or biennial
Elevator Inspection Ma

All elevators except those in single-family owner-occupied homes

MGL c.143; 524 CMR

Source: www.mass.gov official page
boilers + refrigeration annual; pressure vessels every 2 years
Boiler Pv Ma

Non-residential boilers, refrigeration systems, and pressure vessels in Massachusetts

MGL c.146

Source: www.mass.gov official page

Frequently asked questions

What building certifications are required in Boston?

Certmill's database lists 3 requirement types for Boston, including facade inspection bos, elevator inspection ma, boiler pv ma. Every rule cites the official agency page, and cities inherit their state's requirements automatically.

How often is facade inspection bos required in Boston?

Buildings over 70 feet in height (Boston Code Ordinance 9-9.12); buildings over 125 feet require close-up inspection The required cycle is every 5 years under Boston Code Ordinance Section 9-9.12, administered by Boston Inspectional Services Department (ISD).

Does Boston require facade inspections?

Check the requirement cards on this page: any facade or exterior wall rule shows its trigger (usually a story or height threshold), cycle, and the official ordinance source. Certmill adds facade requirements automatically for buildings of 7 or more floors.

How do I track these deadlines for my building?

Add the building in Certmill, pick Boston, and check the equipment you run. The requirements expand into a deadline calendar with countdowns, 60-day alerts, and an evidence binder PDF.

Requirements change and interpretation varies by building. Certmill assembles this from the official source above. Verify with the agency before relying on it.
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