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Hardcharger
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Certificate of Occupancy
My friend has her family’s 1910 house that has no c of o on the DOB site. What are the obstacles about getting one. She…
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shbrooklyn
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Blinds Repair
Does anyone know who repairs the old wooden blinds commonly found in brownstones? The wood is all in tact but the cord broke so we…
3
lisasaylor6
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Can I build a water wall/fall in my below grade garden?
I live in a 2 story condo (new development) that is below grade. Both levels are livable space. I have a garden that is 20…
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lisasaylor6
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Can I build a water wall/fall in my below grade garden?
I live in a 2 story condo (new development) that is below grade. Both levels are livable space. I have a garden that is 20…
0
shbrooklyn
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Blinds Repair
Does anyone know who repairs the old wooden blinds commonly found in brownstones? The wood is all in tact but the cord broke so we…
0
Hardcharger
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Certificate of Occupancy
My friend has her family’s 1910 house that has no c of o on the DOB site. What are the obstacles about getting one. She…
0
strawberry1
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Anyone Familiar with the Borough Park Special Zoning?
I know there’s a Special Boro Park Zoning where it allows to cover up to 65% of the lot area. My question is: How High…
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strawberry1
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Anyone Familiar with the Borough Park Special Zoning?
I know there’s a Special Boro Park Zoning where it allows to cover up to 65% of the lot area. My question is: How High…
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brett195
in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago
Is a PVC Waste Pipe Legal for 3 Family Brownstone?
I recently purchased a 3 family, 5 story Brownstone in Bed Stuy that has PVC pipe for the waste line. I am being told by…
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cado
in Building Code 12 years and 3 months ago
Alt 2 plan exam dissaproved, should the process be taking months?
Our plan examiner disapproved our application for an alt2 permit. It took a month for our architect to see the examiner to review his objections. …
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huesos
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Backyard Access from Apartment?
I looked at a lovely apartment for sale in Boerum Hill yesterday. The apartment comes with access to the backyard/patio, but the only way to…
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MarkyMark
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
chimney
I have old building over 100 yeras on brooklyn. 4 stories, i have 5 fireplace inside for wood. I need make reliner chimney. Right now…
2
huesos
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Backyard Access from Apartment?
I looked at a lovely apartment for sale in Boerum Hill yesterday. The apartment comes with access to the backyard/patio, but the only way to…
0
noamdaniela
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Advice and Referral for Architect to assess site and reach out to Expeditor
So, I found a notice of violation from the NYC buildings attached to my front door. In it, they state CLASS 2 VIOLATION ” work…
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noamdaniela
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
Advice and Referral for Architect to assess site and reach out to Expeditor
So, I found a notice of violation from the NYC buildings attached to my front door. In it, they state CLASS 2 VIOLATION ” work…
0
MarkyMark
in Building Code 12 years and 2 months ago
chimney
I have old building over 100 yeras on brooklyn. 4 stories, i have 5 fireplace inside for wood. I need make reliner chimney. Right now…
0
Seblicious
in Building Code 12 years and 3 months ago
Does anyone have Sammy Fonseco's updated phone number?
Sammy has helped out with a variety of projects in and around the slope and is trustworthy and knowledgeable. He changed cell numbers recently but…
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cado
in Building Code 12 years and 3 months ago
Alt 2 plan exam dissaproved, should the process be taking months?
Our plan examiner disapproved our application for an alt2 permit. It took a month for our architect to see the examiner to review his objections. …
0
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