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Lenox Hill Co-op Gets the Ultimate Face-Lift
Written by Paula Chin on September 19, 2017
Reskinning replaces leaky white bricks with handsome red ones.
Trump Gets Tax Abatement for His “Primary Residence” in New York
September 19, 2017
He’ll save $45,000 by claiming he lives at Trump Tower.
Board Changes Its Mind – and Winds Up in Court
Written by Richard Siegler and Dale J. Degenshein on September 12, 2017
Follow governing documents when considering alterations.
A Legendary Recording Studio Bucks the Condo Trend
Written by Bill Morris on September 08, 2017
Avatar Studios is sold and will live on as a pop music shrine.
This Facade Repair Included Cherubs and Winged Lions
Written by Bill Morris on September 06, 2017
Restoration of ornate Gramercy Park condo wins awards.
Reskinning an Albatross
Written by Paula Chin on September 04, 2017
Co-op board removes leaky white bricks and reskins its entire building.
New York Public Library Sues Condo Over Access
September 01, 2017
Another dispute over access has landed neighbors in court.
Don’t Rubber Stamp an Engineer’s Report
Written by Jackeline Monzon on August 29, 2017
Boards can avoid unnecessary expenses on Local Law 11 repairs.
How to Turn a Staffing Problem Into an Opportunity
Written by Mark Hoffman on August 28, 2017
A co-op board filled two jobs with one perfect applicant.
Let the Sales Begin at the Belnord
August 18, 2017
Units now for sale at a jewel of the Upper West Side.
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