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The Good, the Bad and the Scary News on Local Law 97
August 22, 2022
Co-op and condo boards face major hurdles as fines for carbon emissions draw closer.
Energy Efficiency Letter Grades Do Not Predict Fines for Carbon Emissions
Written by Bill Morris on August 17, 2022
Many co-op and condo boards are still operating under a misconception.
Clearing Up Confusion Over the Climate Mobilization Act
Written by William D. McCracken on August 16, 2022
Co-op and condo boards need to face reality and get busy right now.
City Could Ban Criminal Background Checks on Co-op Buyers
Written by Bill Morris on August 11, 2022
Co-ops and landlords fear that residents’ safety will be compromised.
Problem Solved: Pinpointing Leaks on the Cheap
August 09, 2022
Cutting-edge technology cuts down on the cost of leak detection.
The Right Way for a Co-op Board to Deal With a Hoarder
Written by Bill Morris on August 05, 2022
Eviction should be the last resort when dealing with a shareholder who's a hoarder.
Co-op Boards Must Treat All Pieds-a-Terre Equally
August 02, 2022
Policies that favor some shareholders over others are an illegal breach.
City Seeks to Dismiss Co-ops' Lawsuit Against Climate Mobilization Act
Written by Bill Morris on July 29, 2022
City argues that efforts to cut buildings' carbon emissions are legal and fair.
A code of ethics can add an additional layer of protection against abuses.
Co-ops and Condos Could Get Boost from Mayor's Homeownership Push
Written by Bill Morris on July 21, 2022
City Hall wants to increase affordable homeownership, especially among minorities.
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