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Removing (illegal) back deck - do I need a permit?
Was hit with a DOB violation for rear deck with no permit. I have been searching online and understand that a permit is required to…
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pgfgyckqcjdvzrjd
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Moving fence not on property line
We recently bought a brownstone and the fence between our and our neighbor’s yard is about 7” off the property line, on our side. It’s…
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in General Discussion 8 years and 2 months ago
Homeowners Insurance
Anyone have a good recommendation for a broker? Thanks, in advance!
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in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Window company for replacement
We are planning a brick-to-brick replacement of some windows, with Kolbe or Marvin all wood. Any recommendations on one or the other? We are concerned…
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randolph
in Exteriors 8 years and 1 month ago
RETAINING WALL / FENCE
I am looking for someone (maybe I need 2 different someones?) to repair a retaining wall along my left and rear property lines and then…
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monaco
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Sealing Cellar Hatches
I am looking to seal the front and rear hatches to the cellar of my brownstone, not so they no longer open but just fill-in…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Matching crown molding for built-in bookcase renovation
Hi, I’m well into the process of having built-in bookcases designed for my Prospect Heights co-op. The idea is to have the bookcases extend to…
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whalien
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Adding an iron gate to your front entrance.
Hello Brownstoners, We are purchasing a home in Bushwick. It’s been modernized, resulting in a beautiful open floor plan but highly lacking in security. All…
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Bethzaira
in General Discussion 8 years and 2 months ago
Renovations
Hi, we Need. advice as it is our first time renovating. We are purchasing a 2 story plus basement home. We plan to gut renovate…
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pgfgyckqcjdvzrjd
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Moving fence not on property line
We recently bought a brownstone and the fence between our and our neighbor’s yard is about 7” off the property line, on our side. It’s…
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sebastian98cordero
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Possible to convert from residential to office under M1-2/R6A?
Current land use is multi-family and am looking to convert the building to office. Is this possible under the current zoning? Thanks all.
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Babyproofing Help - Spiral Staircase Duplex
I have a duplex that has a wrought iron spiral staircase that needs baby proofing. Thinking plexiglass and gates zip-tied. Maybe soft rubber flooring at…
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sebastian98cordero
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Possible to convert from residential to office under M1-2/R6A?
Current land use is multi-family and am looking to convert the building to office. Is this possible under the current zoning? Thanks all.
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whalien
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Bushwick parking options
Wondering if there are any parking options in the Bushwick area folks on here know about? I’ve looked at all the online sites (parklee, etc)…
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WRPListings
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
source for glass mosaic tiles?
Hello, we are looking to use glass mosaic tiles on mesh sheets for a flooring project in our house. I love the tiles that are…
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soundhoner
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
No CofO or I-Card for 2-fam - Permitting More of a Problem?
Within the coming months I’m looking to do some renovation work for a home that’s taxed as a 2-fam. There’s no CO, no I-Card on…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Property Trust Agreement
Does anyone know any good accountants that specialize in this area. I established the trust with a lawyer – but I think I need an…
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Bethzaira
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Connecting two floors costs
Hi, we are looking at a 3 floor house currently configured as 3 apartments. We are considering living in two and renting the top apartment.…
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