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J-51 Tax Abatement Could Live On — and Help Fight Climate Change
Written by Bill Morris on May 26, 2022
New bill would expand eligibility for tax break, could help pay for retrofits.
To the List of Rising Costs for Co-ops and Condos, Add Water
Written by Bill Morris on May 25, 2022
Water rates could jump by 4.9% this summer, biggest hike in nearly a decade.
Co-ops and condos must pay prevailing wages in order to get property tax abatement
Presidents Co-op and Condo Council leaders try to block "draconian" climate law.
Clean Energy Update will help co-op and condo boards cut their buildings' carbon emissions.
Co-op and condo boards anxiously await final rules on complying with new law.
Co-op Boards Have a Word for the Climate Mobilization Act: Terrifying
Written by Bill Morris on April 27, 2022
City Council hearing gives boards — and others — a chance to voice concerns.
Professionals Advise, but Co-op and Condo Boards Decide
Written by William D. McCracken on May 17, 2022
Hire the right professionals — then listen to them critically.
The price pressure is coming from many sources, and it won't relent anytime soon.
Try to get maximum reduction of carbon emissions for every dollar spent.
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