Tag: Compliance
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5 Hidden Renovation Costs
5 Hidden Renovation Costs Apartment renovations are exciting projects that will transform your living space into your home. Unfortunately, it is not as fun as buying your apartment. Anyone who has been involved in a renovation will tell you, the path can be bumpy and expensive. Co-op and condo buildings in New York have unique… Read more
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7 Hacks Navigate the Alteration Process for NYC Co-op and Condo Apartment Renovations
After purchasing your dream apartment comes the renovation. Navigating a renovation in co-ops and condos can be either exciting or excruciating, and sometimes both. First step is understanding your alteration agreement to understand the process. Understanding the alteration process and navigating board requirements to ensure compliance with both building and city regulations are critical to… Read more
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The Cell Phone has Killed the World Including Construction
Far be it from me to explain how ubiquitous smartphones are, and this is not fully science-backed, the following is some research mixed with real-world observations. When I first started my career before going to college, I made my living as a worker, apprenticed as a drywall finisher and held the career for five years.… Read more
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Why does NYC have so much Scaffolding and How LL 126 Might Just Add More
Why does NYC have so much Scaffolding and How LL 126 Might Just Add More If you live or have visited New York City in recent years, you have noticed that you can’t walk on any block without being covered in scaffolding. Within the industry this scaffolding is known as a sidewalk shed. These “temporary”… Read more