Request
I am writing to respectfully request the creation and publication of a new dataset on the NYC Open Data portal for DOB NOW: Build – Crane Notices.
Currently, several DOB NOW datasets (e.g., Job Application Filings, Approved Permits, Elevator Permit Applications) are available on NYC Open Data and have proven invaluable for public transparency, research, and operational planning. However, the Crane Notice (CN) filings—which contain critical information regarding crane operations, schedules, and safety-related activities—are not presently available as an open dataset.
Publishing this dataset would:
- Enhance transparency and public safety by making crane operation notices accessible to residents, businesses, and community organizations.
- Support research and analysis for urban planning, construction oversight, and risk assessment.
- Provide operational value to adjacent city agencies, contractors, and utilities that benefit from advance notice of crane activities.
Specifically, we request that the dataset include core information fields from DOB NOW filings such as:
- Notice number and filing date
- Device type and description
- Operation schedule (dates/times)
- Location (borough, block/lot, or street address)
- Status and approval details
We also recommend making this dataset accessible via the Socrata Open Data API (SODA), consistent with other DOB NOW datasets, to allow for programmatic access, filtering, and integration.
Thank you for your continued commitment to transparency and innovation. Making the Crane Notice data available will be a significant step in improving public awareness and supporting safe construction practices in New York City.
Sincerely,
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