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Find advice, solutions and sympathy regarding everyday issues you may have as an NYC co-op or condo board member or manager in our Building Operations article section. Some of the questions and topics covered include: How do you run your staff? What happens when your boiler blows? How do you hire a roof-replacement contractor? If it’s about your physical plant, you’ll find it here.
Q&A With a Riverside Drive Architecture Buff
Written by Tom Soter on July 13, 2018
Jeff Byles has become a steward for his co-op's 19th-century buildings.
The Solaire in Battery Park City Wants to Go Condo
July 12, 2018
Conversion from rent-stabilized would tip balance in downtown Manhattan.
A Reserve Study Takes the Long (30-Year) View
Written by Seth Frumkin on July 10, 2018
This tool helps boards assess building needs – and the best way to fund them.
Co-ops and Condos Warming Up to the Arty Sidewalk Shed
July 10, 2018
Benefit to residents and commercial tenants worth the added cost.
Pinpointing Leaks With an Infrared Camera
Written by Robert J. Stahl on July 03, 2018
Technology can help boards save on roof and facade repairs.
Design Professional Is the Traffic Cop for Alteration Projects
Written by Joseph Fernandez on July 02, 2018
An architect or engineer should make sure projects follow plans.
Civil Rights Warrior Bayard Rustin Immortalized at Penn South
Written by Bill Morris on June 28, 2018
Large crowd honors co-op resident who fought for human dignity.
Co-op and Condo Boards Need an Institutional Memory
Written by James Blum on June 26, 2018
A digital archive is an invaluable tool for current and future boards.
Know Your Building, Save Your Money
Written by Stephen A. Varone on June 25, 2018
A proactive approach to maintaining building systems avoids crises.
Don’t Get Blindsided By Capital Projects
Written by Gene Ferrara on June 22, 2018
Ignoring an engineer’s unwelcome news will lead to trouble.
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