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Take a peek behind the facades of New York’s co-ops and condos to find out who's fixing things up, and how much it costs? Articles in this section cover dozens of individual projects in co-ops and condos all over New York City. Learn how NYC co-op/condo boards met the challenges of the fix-up, and how you can use their experiences to smooth out yours.
Are you doing capital improvements at your co-op or condo? Email kfarrell@habitatmag.com or bmorris@habitatmag.com to have your project included in our column.
COVID-19 Can’t Derail This Co-op’s Massive Window Job
Written by Bill Morris on July 01, 2020
Board pushes ahead with replacement of 1,600 windows as city reopens.
Co-op Board Saves Big on a Transformer Replacement
Written by Paula Chin on June 24, 2020
Peekskill board uses in-house expertise to get Con Edison to foot the bill.
As Construction Reboots, Rules Must Be Enforced
Written by Marianne Schaefer on June 17, 2020
Co-op and condo boards must address residents' safety – and anxieties.
With No Money Down, Co-op Cuts Electricity Bills
Written by Paula Chin on June 10, 2020
Queens co-op uses a power purchase agreement to install a cogen system.
Groups Push for Freeze on Property Taxes During Pandemic
Written by Carol J. Ott on June 03, 2020
Three co-op and condo advocates seek relief from rising taxes.
Thermal Scan in the Lobby Reduces a Co-op’s Anxiety
Written by Paula Chin on May 27, 2020
Though not able to diagnose COVID-19, sensor brings peace of mind.
The Owner’s Rep Is a Co-op or Condo Board’s Eyes and Ears
Written by Paula Chin on May 20, 2020
Reps serve as boards’ advocates during complex capital projects.
All Property Tax Relief Was Not Created Equal
Written by Marianne Schaefer on May 13, 2020
Queens co-op withholds tax payment in protest of unequal treatment.
Historic Building Turns to New Technology to Avert Wall Collapse
Written by Paula Chin on May 06, 2020
Injecting grout into a failing wall saved a building without displacing residents.
Co-ops and Condos Making Good Use of the Construction Lull
Written by Marianne Schaefer on April 29, 2020
Downtime is a good time to correct violations and plan future projects.
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