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Hudson Heights Co-op Makes a Calculated Oil Upgrade
Written by Emily Myers on June 11, 2025
Pinehurst House, a 38-unit co-op in Hudson Heights, replaced their aging oil-fired boiler with a new one to reduce costs and ensure reliable heat and hot water.
Rules on residency requirements, sublets and much more are in the bylaws.
South Harlem Condo Fosters Community With a New Lounge
Written by Emily Myers on May 28, 2025
Towers on the Park, a 599-unit South Harlem condo, overcomes bylaw obstacles to create a resident lounge with community amenities.
Local Law 18 was roundly applauded by co-op and condo advocates.
Condo Board's Bad Faith Exposes It to Massive Legal Liability
Written by Carol J. Ott on May 19, 2025
Parc Vendome lawsuit highlights the high cost of failing to fulfill the fiduciary duty.
Lower East Side Co-op Gets Funding Lifeline to Fix Crooked Staircase
Written by Emily Myers on May 07, 2025
The board at 153½ Stanton St., a HDFC on the Lower East Side, secured a $300,000 loan to repair the building's crooked staircase.
Landmark UWS Co-op Cuts Costs with Fiberglass Replica for Crumbling Cornice
Written by Emily Myers on April 23, 2025
A landmarked Upper West Side co-op replaced its deteriorating terra cotta cornice with fiberglass, a more cost-effective alternative.
Co-op board's overreach leaves it open to crippling personal liability.
Manhattan Co-op and Condo Sales Getting "Back to Normal"
April 04, 2025
First-quarter surge in luxury sales has brought market back to zero.
Heat Pumps Help Co-op Cut Costs and Avoid Local Law 97 Fines
Written by Emily Myers on March 24, 2025
A co-op's $900,000 upgrade has a five-year return on investment.
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