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Bethzaira
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Rats in the Backayard
Hi, we have noticed few rats coming from other yards into ours. Either they squeeze under the fence and I have noticed they have a…
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Tucker
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Changing a CO you need to put a sprinkler system through the whole house?
Have a four family with a sprinkler in the hallway. We live in it as a 3 family and would like to live in it…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Establishing mailing address for rental unit
Hello — I have purchased a 2-family building and done extensive renovations. I will rent out the ground level apartment, and live with my family…
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jen-kg
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Backyard stairs instead of a deck -- any guidance?
We initially thought we wanted a deck but we’re now leaning to just 5-6 stairs to the backyard and pavers because it seems like it…
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patrickburnsjr
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Bulkhead-Multiple Dwelling?
…not sure if a pre-existing ships ladder to a roof hatch is code-compliant for a 5-story multiple dwelling brownstone, or a bulkhead with staircase is…
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greencat
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Tenants and recycling
So we have tried multiple strategies for getting our tenants to recycle, but continue getting fines. We live out of the country, so this just…
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first_time_homebuyer
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Mini Split in Condo
Hi, I live in a multi-unit condo and several residents would like to install mini-splits. Since all outside space is common (roof, backyard, exterior of…
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crhorsken
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Big Rose
Has anyone used Big Rose Construction or Big Rose Restoration? Looking for some additional reviews aside from yelp/Google Thanks !
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santos
in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago
Doors
2 door installation new before and after
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Brownstone Extension
Our three story Brooklyn Brownstone is considering a rear extension, but are unsure how to start since two different architects have already given us different…
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jbharch
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
Balcony question
Hi, I would appreciate hearing from other architects and those who may have attempted something like this. Please refer to the plan and photo below.…
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Bluestone sidewalk violations
We have a 21×10′ sidewalk that, along with the rest of the block) has just received a violation. In reality. all of our flags are…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Anyone knowledgable about the IAI process for renovating a rent-stabilized apt?
We are renovating a vacant rent-stabilized apartment in a small building and wanted to get advice on the IAI process. We consulted DHCR and got…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Queen Size Mattress and Box Spring for Sale
Queen Mattress and Box Spring for Sale $300 OBO Crown Heights between Utica and Schenectady near St. John’s Park Selling our plush-style queen size mattress…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Queen Size Solid Pine Bed for Sale
Queen Size Solid Pine Bed for Sale $200 OBO Crown Heights between Utica and Schenectady near St. John’s Park We’re changing bed sizes and are…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Mantels, Summer Covers, and a Mirror Still Available
Cycling this back through to see if anyone is interested… They all appear to be mahogany or oak, but a trained eye would know better…
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lissieliss87
in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago
outdoor stairs
What is the best wood to use for outdoor steps to a porch that will be painted? One contractor says pine and another says ash…
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ryansbackyard
in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago
Two Massive Homeless Shelters Opening in South Slope--Meeting on 5/1
The city struck a deal to turn the two massive new construction buildings at 535 4th Avenue and 555 4th Avenue (from 14th Street to…
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