Interpretation of New Building Code


Is it possible to get a written interpretation (using Form BC-1) of the new Building Code provisions from the DOB now, or does one have to wait for the effective date of the new rules July 1, 2008?

Categories: Building Code
By sniec | 03/26/2008 11:30 AM | Comment

Mezzanine


Seeking architect recommendations for creating a mezzanine (pursuant to section 505 of the building code) instead of an extension on the top floor of a Brooklyn brownstone.

Categories: Architects
By sniec | 01/07/2008 4:22 PM | Comment

Does Loft or Mezzanine Space Count Towards FAR?


I own the top floor condo apartment of a Brooklyn brownstone. The brownstone already exceeeds maximum allowable FAR, but the building could go about 12 feet higher. Is it possible to increase the height of part of the ceiling/roof and build some sort of open loft or mezzanine space that doesn’t count towards FAR?

Categories: Construction
By sniec | 12/13/2007 3:54 PM | Comment

Cost of Adding a Bathroom


I’m looking to get an idea of how much it would cost to add a new bathroom to a floorthru condo in a brooklyn brownstone (about 15 feet away from the closest running water on the floor). Also do I need any kind of permit to do this job?

Categories: Kitchen & Bath
By sniec | 12/13/2007 3:24 PM | Comment

Need Plumber for Radiator


The radiators in my condo and building do not work and its getting cold.

Does anyone have any good recommendations for a plumber to help fix the problem?

Thanks

Categories: Radiators
By sniec | 10/31/2007 1:47 PM | Comment

Electric Door Strike


I live in a brownstone that has a front double door (3′ x 10′) with glass windows. There is an intercom system, but no door buzzer (i.e., electric door strike). We were told that there is no system to accomodate a buzzer (electric door strike) for the type of doors we have.

First, does anyone know if a door buzzer (electric strike door) can be installed on double doors or not?

If so, is there an alternative system that can be installed?

And can anyone recommend a locksmith or handyman who can install the door buzzer in Brooklyn?

Thanks

Categories: Doors
By sniec | 10/29/2007 1:12 PM | Comment