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blaqhole
in General Discussion 10 years and 7 months ago
Parapet Wall, property line & Extension
Hi all. My neighbor is currently adding an additional floor to their brownstone next door. I don’t really go up on the roof but I…
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lilyclifrod
in General Discussion 10 years and 7 months ago
How to discern original use without floor plans
I’m in contract on a 1901 brownstone and I’m trying to discern the original layout and use – as a single or two family home.…
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lilyclifrod
in General Discussion 10 years and 7 months ago
How to discern original use without floor plans
I’m in contract on a 1901 brownstone and I’m trying to discern the original layout and use – as a single or two family home.…
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vvv03
in General Discussion 11 years and 8 months ago
ISO of commercial real estate broker in Brooklyn to help a sole proprietor
My husband is looking to open a storefront retail shop in the Prospect Heights/Gowanus/Lefferts area. Our budget is low (under $4K/month) and no real estate…
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guikazoid
in General Discussion 10 years and 7 months ago
Former Strauss Auto Building Development Site 535 4th ave
I came across an article re: property 535 4th ave (http://goo.gl/2Po6kl) which stated that they’re developing “141 rental apartments at the site, which allows for…
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guikazoid
in General Discussion 10 years and 7 months ago
Former Strauss Auto Building Development Site 535 4th ave
I came across an article re: property 535 4th ave (http://goo.gl/2Po6kl) which stated that they’re developing “141 rental apartments at the site, which allows for…
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dawntawn
in General Discussion 10 years and 8 months ago
ISO: expert on waterproofing cellar
I know this topic has been discussed at length. The corner of our cellar has obvious drainage issues. We are not sure what the source…
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mystiky
in General Discussion 11 years and 10 months ago
I need advice for the new stairway
Attached here is a photo of the existing short stairway that leads from my house side entrance into the kitchen (which is behind the closed…
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swashbuckler
in General Discussion 10 years and 8 months ago
For renters: looking for property management companies to call/find apartment
Hi, My roommate and I are currently trying to find a two bedroom apartment and it seems like Craigslist has gone so downhill over the…
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susannahmeadows
in General Discussion 10 years and 9 months ago
mold
hello, can anyone recommend a good mold inspector? thanks
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susannahmeadows
in General Discussion 10 years and 9 months ago
mold
hello, can anyone recommend a good mold inspector? thanks
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MacD
in General Discussion 11 years and 10 months ago
Wood furniture restoration
Hello all: My girlfriend has an old, oak bedroom set that we would like refinished. Anyone know of someone that can do a good job?…
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brooklyntoqueens
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
L2 form for the DOB
We have 2 minor violations dated 2001 on our building and our contractor is asking me to sign and notarize this form before he can…
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brooklyntoqueens
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
L2 form for the DOB
We have 2 minor violations dated 2001 on our building and our contractor is asking me to sign and notarize this form before he can…
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blue1892
in General Discussion 11 years and 10 months ago
SRO Vacant for at least 7 Years, FHA 203K Loan
Hi Brownstoners, I went to look at a property in Bed-Stuy today that has been vacant for at least 7 years. It is currently SRO…
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BrownstoneDuplex
in General Discussion 10 years and 11 months ago
Bicycle Storage Room
I now live in a small 6 story co-op with 24 apartments. We have a bicycle storage room in our basement that is not used…
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BrownstoneDuplex
in General Discussion 10 years and 11 months ago
Bicycle Storage Room
I now live in a small 6 story co-op with 24 apartments. We have a bicycle storage room in our basement that is not used…
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guikazoid
in General Discussion 10 years and 11 months ago
Helicopter over Park Slope last night
Hi, anyone know why a helicopter was hovering over Park Slope for about an hour last night?
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