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Hardcharger
in Building Code 12 years and 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 11 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 11 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 13 years and 1 month 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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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