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Council member Vicki Paladino cites "continuous dedication" of a co-op warrior.
Local Law 97 Fears Meet a Possible Solution at Queens Town Hall
Written by Bill Morris on May 03, 2023
With no up-front costs, co-ops and condos could comply with climate law.
Sensors Avert Possible Flood at Queens Condo
Written by Bill Morris on January 18, 2023
Leak in pipe to domestic hot water tank detected before it got serious.
Engineer’s Second Opinion Buys Peace of Mind for Co-op Board
Written by Bill Morris on June 15, 2022
Bell Park Gardens’ $20 million capital project delayed by due diligence.
... could an East Harlem co-op board be about the worst slumlord around, and corrupt as well? Another board on Park Avenue isn't smelling like roses, either, or gas. We've smoking, squirrels and squash — the vegetable, not the game — plus the latest in condo / co-op amenities. And for boards, we've got fallout from the Dakota co-op discrimination suit and more.
With No Money Down, Co-op Cuts Electricity Bills
Written by Paula Chin on June 10, 2020
Queens co-op uses a power purchase agreement to install a cogen system.
The Delicate Art of Culling Bogus Comfort Animals
Written by Marianne Schaefer on August 22, 2019
Co-op and condo boards are shackled by strict “accommodation” laws.
The Department of Finance Is Making House Calls
Written by Marianne Schaefer on June 26, 2019
Queens co-op secures tax breaks through in-house service.
Capital Project Management Doesn’t Always Trigger a Fee
Written by Ann Farmer on April 30, 2019
Co-op and condo boards can sometimes avoid paying extra for oversight.
Country Club Living at a Co-Op in the City
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 07, 2018
Windsor Park adding a $2.5 million gym to its amenities menu.
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