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Construction companies may soon face additional hurdles to work in the city.
A new City Council bill would create a new licensing program for all general contractors, shifting away from a system that only requires them to register with the Department of Buildings.
To obtain a license, contractors would need to submit the same information needed for registration including the names of major owners of the company, and proof that the firm is financially solvent and in “good standing” but would also be required to demonstrate safety training and industry experience.
The new requirements would include 62 hours of training for applicants to receive a “Site Safety Training Supervisor Card.” Applicants would also need either a bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field; at least five years of experience in the industry; or they must be a licensed engineer or architect.