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feelyng

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

HPD Violation and Refinancing

Dear Brownstoners, Does anyone know if it is possible to refinance with a HPD violation for non-registration?  I am in the middle of a refinance…

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annep

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Spotted this ad for super antique reclaimed bluestone on craigslist @ $15/sq ft.

I feel like I’ve seen a lot of people looking for bluestone like this & this is a sweet deal.  Anyhow, thought I’d repost… http://newjersey.craigslist.org/grd/3763188502.html

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annep

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Spotted this ad for super antique reclaimed bluestone on craigslist @ $15/sq ft.

I feel like I’ve seen a lot of people looking for bluestone like this & this is a sweet deal.  Anyhow, thought I’d repost… http://newjersey.craigslist.org/grd/3763188502.html

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Meliora

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Decks & Fencing

Our next door neighbor is building a deck which will be level to the 1st floor of both buildings.  Our back yard is at ground…

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eli

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Plumber to convert oil to gas

Just got a quote from “All About Plumbing & Heating of NY, Inc” to convert my oil to gas heating. Has anyone worked with them…

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soho_brownstone

in Appliances 12 years and 11 months ago

***DEMO: EVERYTHING MUST GO 5.5.13 - multiple kitchens, vanities, a/c units, furniture, BEST OFFER

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51852f199ab2b-.jpg ***DEMOLITION BEGINS MONDAY*** EVERYTHING MUST GO — CASH AND CARRY – NO REASONABLE OFFERS TURNED DOWN Many kitchens worth of appliances (white Fridge, white…

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mozeeatupu

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Fine amount for working after hours?

Anyone know what the fine amount is for working after hours without a variance?

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mozeeatupu

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Fine amount for working after hours?

Anyone know what the fine amount is for working after hours without a variance?

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eli

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Plumber to convert oil to gas

Just got a quote from “All About Plumbing & Heating of NY, Inc” to convert my oil to gas heating. Has anyone worked with them…

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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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suedeshoes

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Can I leave permit open indefinitely

I’d like to spare you all the details, as this is a complicated story.  But my wife and I are at the end of an…

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sourgrapes

in Doors 12 years and 11 months ago

In search of pocket doors or french doors.

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5183fbf1e4cf1-.jpg We are in search of a pair of pocket doors or french doors to be used as pocket doors.  Each door needs to be…

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rd684

in Landlord 12 years and 11 months ago

Greenwood Cemetery Cherry Blossom Alert

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5180f0f9098cb-.jpg A friendly heads up to nature lovers and photogrpahers, the cherry blossoms in Geenwood Cemetery are at their absolute peak and it’s stunning. As…

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meme2

in Furniture 14 years and 1 month ago

office oak credenza

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f4ace0f524c4-.jpg Solid oak office credenza. has 2 file drawers as well as two regular drawers. I t has a large center area with sliding drawer.…

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guest4

in Furniture 13 years and 8 months ago

Free outdoor table + chairs + sun umbrella

Free! Pickup asap from UWS. 917\. 806\. 0750\. Approx 6 feet by 40 inches with extension.

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bwalton

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 12 years and 11 months ago

Buying House with Cellar Apartment Violations

I am in process of buying 2 family house in Queens. Previous owner has been illegally living in the basement for at many years. They…

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gemby

in Taxes 12 years and 11 months ago

tax implications of buying 4-family to use as 2 or 3-family

Hi, I had been looking at 3-family homes, and happened to find a 4-family I might be interested in.  I’d plan to occupy two floors…

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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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jessicame

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for unfinished Mahogany interior doors and baseboards

Hi, I am looking for 3 interior unfinished mahogany doors for my brownstone.  Anyone have them to sell?  Anyone know of a good salvage resource?…

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evesieg

in Quality of Life 13 years and 1 month ago

Experience with George from Honest Roofing/ Staten Island?

I received a very reasonable quote from George from Honest Roofing/ Staten Island and was wondering if anyone else has used him for their roofs?  Does…

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