renovating bathroom -

i want to remodel my master bath that currently has a stand up shower and a bathtub. i want to enlarge the shower and remove the bathtub. this is in brooklyn. will this legally change my apartment deed? it is currently a 3 bed, 2 bath. will it go to a 3 bed, 1.5 bath without the tub?

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in Building Code 12 years and 10 months ago

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brokelin | 12 years and 10 months ago

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Yeah, it would seem to me that we boomers age, instead of taking out the bathtub, the prudent renovator would elarge the shower, but also put in a smaller bathtub, the kind with a door where you can sit and bathe – especially if this is in a elevator building.  After all, all these people decrying walk-ups, who can’t walk up a few flights of stairs anymore, soon won’t be able to lower themselves into a traditional bathtub, and will also be at great risk of slipping and falling in the shower.

greenmountain | 12 years and 10 months ago

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I would like to know why are you doing this?  As you see at gmcandd.com, I specialize in tiled bathrooms, waterproof membranes, and shower stalls, particularly Barrier-Free showers.  I can advise you on what a coop board would typically expect, why my other clients did or did not do this and concerns about resale/value, and Plumbing Permit vs Ordinary Plumbing report.  My initial consultations are complimentary.  Green Mountain – You can find me in the Brownstoner Directory under Shower Stalls

slopemope | 12 years and 10 months ago

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no.  a 1/2 bath has neither shower nor tub – – just a sink and toilet only.     a bathroom with shower only qualifies for a “full bathroom”.  Just not as attractive to a potential future buyer who has an emotional love with baths (or have kids).     It should not affect the “deed” – but as always your building’s board may require approval of the work, esp since it involves plumbing.

curated | 12 years and 10 months ago

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A shower still constitutes a full bath. A .5 bath is when there is just a toilet and sink.

robertinho3030 | 12 years and 10 months ago

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