Brownstone Facade
We are planning a facade repair. Does anyone have experience using an architect to gather bids, rather than going directly to the contractors? Did you find this to be truly beneficial?
We are planning a facade repair. Does anyone have experience using an architect to gather bids, rather than going directly to the contractors? Did you find this to be truly beneficial?
yes, i had change to work with excellent contracting four years back, they were very good, how ever i lost there phone number, you may also try raj contracting at 718-633-2700. they are just outstanding.
I think I’ve heard All Renovation does this kind of work, but I’ve never used them.
If your house is landmarked, you will need a permit from LPC before you redo your facade. It is perfectly legal for a masonry contractor to provide the drawings LPC will want to see. However the contractor we’ve chosen to do our facade was rejected by LPC over a neighbor’s job because his drawings weren’t clear enough. It caused about a 3-4 week delay. Our job will start next Spring (by the time the permit comes through this year the weather will have turned cold). So I recently spoke to an architect about doing the drawings with the thought that his drawings will be more to LPC’s liking. They don’t have to be anywhere near blue print standard. They just need to clearly show the detail that will be maintained and/or recreated.
Paddss.. Give a call to Innovation Construction .. They can handle the whole project starting from facade repair to brick work and permits/bridges. with rigging.. There’s no additional hassle.. All in one.. Call em at 718-666-7679..
I have no idea of the entire scope of work. If the projct is not considered ordinary repairs then you will need an architect to submit for permit. I am not sure why you would want an engineer, but they could do it too. If the building or are in a Landmarked district then it needs to be submitted to DOB and Landmarks. BTW, it is ilegal in the State of NY for a contractor to act/hire/provide architectual services. They have to own the property to do so. Same goes for architects acting as contractors. It is a conflict of interest. That said, all architects and contractors have people that like to work with and recommend.
Any recommendations for an excellent contractor who can handle the whole job – brownstone repair, brick work, bridge, permits?
According to Building code 27-125 ordinary repairs and maintenance does not require a permit. Refinishing a Brownstone facade falls into that category (minor repair work).
Therefore to refinish a Brownstone facade you do not need a permit from DOB.
You need a permit and stamped Blueprints for the sidewalk shed and pipe frames.
If the house is in a Landmarked district you will need a permit from LPC as well.
Am I right Deboer and Kyle???
So a drawing is required for the permit(s)? Is it possible the larger contractors take care these drawings and the permits?
donatella, did Millad file for your work???