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How do NYC co-ops and condos operate? Governed by an elected board of directors, these housing corporations are like mini-cities with their own bylaws and governing documents. Here you'll find articles on a wide range of topics that co-op and condo board directors need to understand to govern their housing corporation wisely.
Boards are demanding tighter coverage, fewer exclusions for work inside apartments.
If smoking is banned in public spaces, the co-op board has a powerful weapon.
Habitat's Carol Ott Stars on "Building Talk" Podcast
June 09, 2023
Habitat's publisher swaps words of wisdom with hosts Frank and Bo.
Poll Shows Broad Support for Co-op Disclosure Bill
Written by Bill Morris on May 25, 2023
Public believes co-op boards should be required to reveal why they reject buyers.
Height and Weight to Join the Long List of Protected Classes
Written by Andrew I. Bart on May 18, 2023
Bill seeks to thwart discrimination against apartment buyers and job seekers.
U.S. Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kristen Gillibrand have proposed new federal rules.
Co-op Board Keeps Pandemic Ban on Door-to-Door Deliveries
March 17, 2023
Do boards have the power to keep bans in place as the pandemic recedes?
Video Doorbells Present a Conundrum for Co-op and Condo Boards
February 20, 2023
Are video doorbells an added layer of security or an invasion of privacy?
Greg Carlson, Tireless Co-op and Condo Advocate, Dies at 72
January 27, 2023
Manager and advocate was on the cutting edge trying to save energy and money.
Ask Mary: 5 Tips for New Co-op and Condo Board Members
Written by Mary Federico on January 19, 2023
Our advice columnist can help neophytes get off on the right foot.
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