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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.
Contract Talks Set to Begin With Unionized Building Staffers
Written by Bill Morris on March 02, 2022
Realty Advisory Board and 32BJ open negotiations at a difficult time
After Hurricane Ida, a Brooklyn Co-op Vows: Never Again
Written by Bill Morris on February 23, 2022
New pumping system and roof will prevent flooding and leaks after big storms.
Inwood Co-op Board Stunned by $3 Million Con Edison Charge
Written by Bill Morris on February 16, 2022
Effort to comply with the Climate Mobilization Act runs into a roadblock.
Condo Board Goes in for Early Detection of Water Leaks
Written by Bill Morris on February 09, 2022
New sensors alert staff within seconds after moisture appears.
Co-op Nearly Burned by Heat Pump Installers
Written by Bill Morris on February 02, 2022
Demand for clean energy may be outrunning the supply of qualified workers.
Bad Neighbor Boosts Cost of Co-op’s Facade Repairs
Written by Bill Morris on January 26, 2022
Site Safety Plan hit a snag thanks to an uncooperative next-door neighbor.
Co-op and Condo Tax Abatement Now Has a String Attached
Written by Bill Morris on January 19, 2022
Boards must pay prevailing wages to qualify for a cherished tax break.
Queens Co-op Mounts Two-Pronged Energy-Efficiency Offensive
Written by Bill Morris on January 12, 2022
Solar panels and radiator upgrades will cut carbon emissions — and costs.
City Island Condo Is Now Safe From the Sound
Written by Bill Morris on January 06, 2022
Retaining wall battered by Hurricane Sandy has been rebuilt.
NYCEEC Loans Can Help Affordable Co-ops and Condos Go Green
Written by Bill Morris on December 22, 2021
Pre-development money acts as a bridge before projects begin.
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