Window Pains at Northside Piers?
Today there’s yet another story about residents who claim a new condo’s construction leaves much to be desired, though unlike with 53 Boerum, it doesn’t appear a lawsuit is involved: The Post reports that some owners at Northside Piers allege units in the towers have a bunch of flaws, particularly when it comes to the…
Today there’s yet another story about residents who claim a new condo’s construction leaves much to be desired, though unlike with 53 Boerum, it doesn’t appear a lawsuit is involved: The Post reports that some owners at Northside Piers allege units in the towers have a bunch of flaws, particularly when it comes to the windows. According to the story: “[T]he biggest issue is the project’s signature feature — massive windows, many of which offer spectacular Manhattan skyline views. The grand views, the residents say, came at a steep price. The windows are thin and the seams between the panes allow wind and rain to easily come through, residents say. Some residents have taped around the window panes, but they say rain and air still blows in. A Post reporter noticed a bad draft coming through the windows in two condos even though they were heavily covered in tape.” Developer Toll Brothers says the allegations involve “isolated situations” and the towers’ construction is sound.
Waterfront Residents Complain of ‘Shoddy’ Construction [NY Post]
“Biff, typing errors often occur when slightly annoyed :-)”
Ahhh thaht maykes sence!
“bitching in the media about how shitty the quality of construction on your condo is is a lose/lose for the owners/developer.”
I’ll give you that. Won’t help resale one bit.
I am with Snappy 110% on this one.
Biff, typing errors often occur when slightly annoyed 🙂
regardless of the damn windows
i think it would have been smart for both parties to deal with this situation on the down low.
bitching in the media about how shitty the quality of construction on your condo is is a lose/lose for the owners/developer.
Oh, and if the issue with the windows is being overstated, you need to take that up with Mr. B and Gabby for putting up this thread and linking to other stories about these windows if they are overblown, too.
Isn’t it “y’all”?
I <3 snappy!
Whether one affected window or 10, whether they used an engineer who missed it or if they decided to believe that new construction would come with no issues, THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR A NEW BUILDING TO HAVE A SINGLE WINDOW WITH THIS PROBLEM. No excuse at all.
And besides, it’s not like these folks are complaining (at least in this article) about a cabinet handle being slightly askew or a smudge in the paint finish. I’d argue that properly installed and sealed windows are integral to enjoyment of the space. Why hate on these people, whoever they are, for demanding that? Damn, ya’ll are some bitter mofos.