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stickerhappy
in Taxes 10 years and 9 months ago
Will adding a roof deck affect my RE taxes?
I’m considering creating a roof deck, getting permits and following code. Would this have much of an affect on my RE taxes?
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Arkady
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago
Named Insured
We’ve often recommended on here that someone who has a neighbor doing potentially hazardous work get protection as ‘named insured’ on the neighbor’s policy. A…
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randolph
in Permits 10 years and 10 months ago
DOB ERROR WHEN FILING ALT 2
when my expeditor went to file our alt 2 the system rejected it because “PROPERTY IS IN HOLD STATUS – SEE BORO COMMISSIONER”. he is…
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workerb
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 10 months ago
Reasons for "job on hold" with DOB
I just looked up my job on BIS and noticed it was marked “Job on Hold.” I don’t know why and was told I had…
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laurenpacker123
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 9 months ago
Does a deck on-top of an existing structure count towards FAR?
Does anyone know if a deck ontop of an existing structure counts towards you FAR? Meaning is FAR cubic? We would look to build one…
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laurenpacker123
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 9 months ago
Does a deck on-top of an existing structure count towards FAR?
Does anyone know if a deck ontop of an existing structure counts towards you FAR? Meaning is FAR cubic? We would look to build one…
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laurenpacker123
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 9 months ago
Does a deck on-top of an existing structure count towards FAR?
Does anyone know if a deck ontop of an existing structure counts towards you FAR? Meaning is FAR cubic? We would look to build one…
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bradeinhorn
in Locksmith and Security 10 years and 9 months ago
Deadbolt replacement
Need to replace a deadbolt on our apartment entry door, and maybe the knob and lock below? Any reliable recommendations on this?
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tammyj
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago
Gowanus Houses - Bond St.
Hello – I am guessing this is an often-discussed topic, and apologize for the repetitiveness in advance. we’re considering a place on Bond St., across…
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stickerhappy
in Building Code 10 years and 9 months ago
Roof access door- can it be locked from outside or against code?
We have a full bulkhead with standard stairs to the rooftop. It is a standard full-size metal door which is always unlocked, both from the…
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stickerhappy
in Building Code 10 years and 9 months ago
Roof access door- can it be locked from outside or against code?
We have a full bulkhead with standard stairs to the rooftop. It is a standard full-size metal door which is always unlocked, both from the…
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stickerhappy
in Building Code 10 years and 9 months ago
Roof access door- can it be locked from outside or against code?
We have a full bulkhead with standard stairs to the rooftop. It is a standard full-size metal door which is always unlocked, both from the…
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nancib
in Roofing 11 years ago
Roofer and shingle installer
I am looking for a master in his field of roofing and siding with a unique eye for detail. Thank you, Nancy
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terryhoppy
in Roofers 10 years and 9 months ago
shutter installer
Hi: I would like recommendations for someone who can install window shutters; some are original; some were missing and had them made. thanks terryhoppy@gmail.com
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ditmasmom
in Landmarks 10 years and 9 months ago
Landmarks question - windows back of the house
i am hoping someone can shed some light on this for me… I submitted my application for new windows in my kitchen for both the…
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ditmasmom
in Landmarks 10 years and 9 months ago
Landmarks question - windows back of the house
i am hoping someone can shed some light on this for me… I submitted my application for new windows in my kitchen for both the…
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psmailsmail
in Moving and Storage 10 years and 9 months ago
Self Storage for an entire house items?
I want to know if self storage services like jiffy storage or Migson storage in Toronto provide storage for entire items of a house at…
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bradeinhorn
in Locksmith and Security 10 years and 9 months ago
Deadbolt replacement
Need to replace a deadbolt on our apartment entry door, and maybe the knob and lock below? Any reliable recommendations on this?
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