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December 24, 2007

Dealing With the DOB

I recently bought a 1 bedroom in a co-op and would like to perform some renovations on my own, the largest being removing an interior partition (non-load bearing) and removing plaster and lath to replace with drywall. The co-op has approved my wish to do the renovations on my own.

I have hired an architect to prepare the plans for the DOB. I'd like to save money by filing the plans myself and getting the work permits myself. Any suggestions on this? Anyone willing to help me with a bit of paperwork for a small fee?

Also, has anyone ever filed for the work permits when you're a homeowner in a co-op? Are there any complications with this. Please feel free to email me at buzzybiziorek@hotmail.com with suggestions.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Posted in Forum by buzzybiziorek at 9:26 PM | Comments (5)
Categories: Building Code

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Our co-op installed tree pit fences this summer. The welder who installed them also does wonderful window gates. He recently did a creative one for a new hat store up the street. Maybe you could draw up a design and get it created by an artist/welder? If you'd like contact details of who we used, I'd be happy to pass them on.

Posted by: buzzybiziorek at December 30, 2007 4:51 PM in response to Attractive Fire Escape Gate?

Yes, you can get a workman's comp waiver. You just need to fill out a waiver, get it notarized, and fax it into your local office. I've already done this.

Posted by: buzzybiziorek at December 25, 2007 6:13 PM in response to Dealing With the DOB

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I've heard this process takes a long time to get approved, but haven't done so myself.

Posted by: guest at December 29, 2007 8:46 AM in response to Dealing With the DOB

yes, I would l love to contact whoever did the work.
tx

Posted by: rubytoday at January 4, 2008 4:49 PM in response to Attractive Fire Escape Gate?

contact jerry @ archgold6@aol.com. He was very helpful.

Posted by: guest at January 14, 2008 10:22 PM in response to Dealing With the DOB

I am interested in replacing my fire escape window gate with a more aesthetically pleasing one as well. Could you share the name of the person who did you work? Thanks so much.

Posted by: guest at March 10, 2008 12:58 PM in response to Attractive Fire Escape Gate?