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It's Time for Co-ops and Condos to Wake Up on Local Law 97
November 01, 2022
Head of Co-op & Condo Council worries that boards have their heads in the sand.
Co-op Boards' Powers Make Illegal Sublets a Very Bad Idea
October 31, 2022
Boards can force an apartment sale if a shareholder allows an unapproved sublet.
Urban Green Council Holding Free Webinar on Local Law 97 Draft Rules
October 28, 2022
Co-op and condo boards can get an education before the public hearing.
How to Keep Apartment Renovations From Going Off the Rails
Written by Gene Ferrara and Chris Ferrara on October 27, 2022
Co-op and condo boards need to revisit and revise their alteration agreements.
It Takes Experience to Do Terra Cotta Work on Budget and on Time
October 25, 2022
The city has gotten stricter about repairing these architectural details.
Simple Steps to Avoid Co-op/Condo Board Election Mistakes
Written by Andrew P. Brucker on October 20, 2022
Once the polls are closed, you could be stuck with elected board members.
City Finalizes Requirements for Clean-Energy PACE Loans
Written by Bill Morris on October 19, 2022
Long-awaited rules mean co-ops can now apply for low-interest loans.
Why Are Most Co-op Alteration Agreements Such a Mess?
Written by William D. McCracken on October 18, 2022
Co-op boards and their lawyers should clean up unruly rules.
5 Reasons Why Condo Common Charges Are Going (Way) Up
October 14, 2022
The cost of energy, repairs, staffs and compliance are all going up, with a boost from inflation.
City Issues Proposed Rules on Complying With Local Law 97
Written by Bill Morris on October 13, 2022
Paths to cutting building carbon emissions have come into sharper focus.
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