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February 13, 2009
converting a 3 bedroom into two
Is it possible to convert a 3 bedroom into two seperaste units? either 2 studios or 1 one bedroom and one studio?
It's 4 family building.
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technical/mechanical/layout issues aside, your increasing the occupancy so you need to change the certificate of occupancy. So its an alteration type 1 filing with the Department of Buildings. So more time and money. Would be interesting how much time it would take to payback.
Good Luck
Posted by: jp2 at February 13, 2009 11:58 AM
As they say, anything is possible, but here are the technical requirements --
1. Each unit would have to have its own compliant bathroom. By compliant I mean code compliant with adequate natural or mechanical ventilation.
2. Each unit would have to have its own kitchen. Compliant with its regulations also.
3. Each unit would have to have a bedroom that met minimum legal bedroom requirements.
If all three conditions are met in each resultant apartment, it is likely that the DoB would allow the conversion, within the process outlined by jp2 above.
Posted by: Smokychimp at February 13, 2009 2:43 PM
Hi there,
Construction wise it's definetely possible. My husband is currently working on a project which is very similar to what you're wanting to do. I'm sure there's a lot of paperwork you have to go through but once you're ready we'd be happy to help.
We can arrange an appointment to analyse the apt. We have references and work you could visit as well.
Our contact info is: 774-955-3804 or willianprates68@hotmail.com
Look forward to hear from you and Good Luck!!
-Aida
Posted by: Aida008 at February 13, 2009 10:42 PM
Hard working architect will make it happen. I worked on brownstone like this. With all DOB zonings, fire escapes, egress escapes and other requirements from Department of Buildings he made it work. I was impressed. Try to ask him for free consultation v@vincasmeilusarchitect.com. He is nice, down to Earth guy. The question here is: May it happen at the first place? w/ out looking at the plumbing, mechanical, electrical and other issues. Good luck.
Posted by: Electric_of_today at February 14, 2009 6:16 AM
Hi Shjom!
If you would like, you can email me at melissa@slanyc.com and I'll be more than happy to put you in touch with an architect who you can discuss your project with and see if he can help you out. I look forward to hearing from you!
Posted by: ABSAEL at February 27, 2009 10:09 AM
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