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citykitty
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Can anyone recommend a good house cleaner? Our previous cleaning lady was amazin
b but will not travel to Bed Stuy now that we moved.
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dangermouse
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Help. In DOB what does is meet when a job status has been "signed off"?
Is there a certain order of approvals? i.e. Permit issued then the next step is for the job to be “signed off”??
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starfish11040
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Cap rate in north Park Slope
I’m starting to think about selling my rental brownstone. The location is excellent – right near the Park and Grand Army Plaza. Any opinions on…
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xzgkssumzhyvtey
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
back yard fence / property line question
I need to replace the fence in our back garden, and want to be sure it is just within our side of the property line…
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anotherposter
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Polishing concrete floors
I want to have some indoor concrete flooring polished. Any recs of companies or contractors who do this in Brooklyn? I’ve contacted a couple I…
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yesbrooklyn
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Mold inspector
I’ve had an area of moisture in my living room for a while now…no one has been able to figure out the source. I’m kind…
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mholesh
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
For Sale
Have one Marble Mantle top and a Crest for sale, circa 1880’s, also a piece of Quartz Counter, mimics Carerra marble for sale, size: 40″…
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mholesh
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
For Sale
Have one Marble Mantle top and a Crest for sale, circa 1880’s, also a piece of Quartz Counter, mimics Carerra marble for sale, size: 40″…
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kaiapapaya
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Glass Prices
I have sticker shock from shopping for a shower door. Does anyone have a recommendation for a supplier that is a bit lower than the…
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backyard/contractor recommendations
Looking for a reliable contractor for a backyard design makeover for Bed-Stuy brownstone backyard complete makeover. Suggestions anyone?
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dangermouse
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Is going from a bakery to a restaurant considered a change of use.
bakery to restaurant (eating & drinking establishment)
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vngriwvly
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Entry Door Reno
Hi all, we are renovating our entry way doors as part of a larger project. I guess the dream is to find several tall, beautiful…
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dangermouse
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Is going from a bakery to a restaurant considered a change of use.
bakery to restaurant (eating & drinking establishment)
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anotherposter
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Polishing concrete floors
I want to have some indoor concrete flooring polished. Any recs of companies or contractors who do this in Brooklyn? I’ve contacted a couple I…
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sarahk19
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Sponsor Unit Renovation
My husband and I bought a unit in a newly converted condo 3 years ago in Park Slope. There are 4 units in total within…
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dangermouse
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 9 years and 3 months ago
What is an "Initial Term C of O"?
Apparently do not have to renew every 90 days like a TCO..
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regina.bultron
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Gut renovation contractor recommendations
Hey I am looking to gut renovate a row house in Jersey City built around late 1800s and need a contractor that has a more…
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stanbro55
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Parlor Mirror
Selling a parlor mirror. Size is 6x7ft. Mirror has the classic bevel all around(about 100 years old). It is in good condition, not pitted and…
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