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The Expensive Surprises That Lurk Behind Walls
Written by Frank Lovece on February 01, 2017
Facade repair forces Park Avenue co-op to improvise.
Week by Week: January 23
January 23, 2017
A creative board saved a troubled co-op for artists, while a dogged board president marshaled major projects.
Limiting the Lifespan of Sidewalk Sheds
December 07, 2016
Proposed law would remove unloved sheds after three months.
The "Good-Guy Guaranty"
Written by Frank Lovece on December 01, 2016
A little-known tool can protect a co-op's or condo's commercial lease.
No Sweat: Paying for an AC Overhaul
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 09, 2016
New system saves money and energy at the Newport East.
Uncommonly Smooth Common-Area Renovations
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 02, 2016
Lobby and hallway re-do's don't have to be agony.
Unfixing "Fixed" Costs
Written by Marianne Schaefer on September 21, 2016
A co-op enjoys a refreshing dip in its water bill.
Why Building Measurements Matter
Written by Paula Chin on September 20, 2016
An accurate tally of square footage can save major money on taxes and insurance.
Is Your Certificate of Occupancy Up to Date?
Written by Gary M. Stern on August 11, 2016
An out-of-date C of O can cause problems with sales, loans, even lawsuits.
Secondhand Smoke Is Now a First-Class Headache
Written by Stuart Saft on June 17, 2016
A co-op gets stung for allowing smoke to travel between apartments.
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