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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.
A Second Generation of LED Lights Comes to North Shore Towers
Written by David Dickstein on May 12, 2021
After 14 years of continuous use, it was time to change the light bulbs.
A Roaring Twenties Co-op Steps Into Modern Times
Written by Bill Morris on May 05, 2021
Kenwood Gardens in Great Neck gets a deft makeover of its common areas.
Fuel Cells, the Possible Future of Clean Energy, Are Coming to Staten Island
Written by Bill Morris on April 28, 2021
Daroga Power is installing 48 fuel cells that will cut electricity bills – for free.
A New Way to Find Leaks Without Puncturing Roofs and Walls
Written by Bill Morris on April 21, 2021
“Thermographic” camera locates moisture by detecting changes in temperature.
New Book Seeks to Guide Co-op and Condo Boards Through Facade Repairs
Written by Bill Morris on April 14, 2021
Diane Drey has used her first-hand experience to write a primer for boards.
A Facade Repair With Surprise Costs – What’s Not to Love?
Written by Bill Morris on April 07, 2021
Gramercy House condop is getting ready for the future with a green roof.
A Brooklyn Heights Co-op Parks $1 Million on Garage Repairs
Written by Bill Morris on March 31, 2021
Doing it once and doing it right will save money in the long run.
Cash Incentives Nudge Co-op and Condo Workers to Get Vaccinated
Written by Paula Chin on March 12, 2021
Building staffers and vendors’ workers are signing up for their shots.
Umbrella Insurance Policies Have Sprung a Leak
Written by Bill Morris on March 24, 2021
Co-op and condo boards are paying more for less excess-liability coverage.
This Co-op’s Parking Garage Went From Asset to Liability
Written by Bill Morris on March 17, 2021
Regular inspections are the key to avoiding unpleasant – and costly – surprises.
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