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Rutherford Co-op to Pay $165,000 for Violating Fair Housing Act
August 20, 2024
Denial of support animals — parrots — plus retaliation bring co-op massive fine.
Gramercy Park Co-op Board Gives Cold Shoulder to Heating Law
November 21, 2023
Co-op shareholders and condo unit-owners have options when their building is too chill.
Pre-School Sues Condo Board Over Sidewalk Shed
Written by Bill Morris on August 29, 2023
Pricey school says shed on playground has cost enrollment and revenue.
Gramercy Co-op Board Saves Big by Using the Super as Project Manager
Written by Bill Morris on March 22, 2023
Major repairs to the heating and cooling system come in under budget.
Here’s the Wrong Way to Handle a Noise Complaint in a Co-op
Written by Andrew P. Brucker on January 05, 2023
Litigation mushrooms when third parties get dragged into the fight.
COVID-19 Can’t Derail This Co-op’s Massive Window Job
Written by Bill Morris on July 01, 2020
Board pushes ahead with replacement of 1,600 windows as city reopens.
When a Foreclosure Sale Fizzles, Expect Fireworks
Written by Dale J. Degenshein on February 25, 2019
Boards need to know the rights of shareholders, lenders, and purchasers.
Organics Recycling Wins a Major Convert
Written by Bill Morris on October 06, 2017
Curbside pickup has come to Stuyvesant Town and Peter Cooper Village.
This Facade Repair Included Cherubs and Winged Lions
Written by Bill Morris on September 06, 2017
Restoration of ornate Gramercy Park condo wins awards.
Week by Week: March 13
March 13, 2017
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