HABITAT
Rash of E-Bike Fires Poses Tricky Test for Co-op and Condo Boards
Written by William D. McCracken on December 20, 2022
Some boards have rushed to ban e-bikes, while others are weighing options.
If the Building Is Leaking, the Co-op or Condo Board Needs to Act. Now.
December 19, 2022
Any compromise of the building envelope requires immediate attention.
Benchmarking: the Incredible Shrinking Law
December 16, 2022
Smaller co-ops and condos could soon fall under energy-usage law.
‘Tis the Season to…Report Bed Bugs, Mold and Other Unwelcome Guests
Written by Bill Morris on December 15, 2022
Co-op and condo boards face Dec. 31 filing deadline under two local laws.
A New Tool to Help Co-ops and Condos Cut Carbon Emissions
Written by Bill Morris on December 14, 2022
This free and easy-to-use calculator will take the mystery out of Local Law 97.
Hydroelectric Power Will Clean Up the City's Electric Grid
December 09, 2022
Work has begun on transmission line that will bring clean power from Canada.
Sparks Fly Over Bill to Ban Criminal Background Checks on Co-op Buyers
Written by Bill Morris on December 08, 2022
Bill is designed to protect apartment buyers and renters from discrimination.
Virtual Town Hall to Help Co-ops and Condos Comply With Local Law 97
December 05, 2022
Free online session will highlight technical and financial resources for boards.
Dream of Owning a Co-op or Condo Is Slipping Away From Many New Yorkers
November 28, 2022
High prices and high interest rates could turn the city into a gilded isle for the wealthy.
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
November 24, 2022
The Habitat Group wishes our readers a safe and happy holiday.
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