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I read in previous post that a change in C of O is not necessary when combining apartments. I live in a condo-op and I have an interest in either the apartment next to me or below me. Do I need board approval, even after their "right of first refusal"? Also, I vaguely recall reading somewhere that an apartment can only have one kitchen. Is this true?
THAT'S A BUMMER. I would hate to buy the neighboring apt just to be not approved for the renovation. Can I make this a condition of purchase with seller? It would be similar to condition of sale of old house for purchase of new house.
You should first seek a "preapproval" from the board.
Then, hire an architect or an engineer who will determine if the two apartments can be merged. They will make sure that there is nothing behind those walls that would interfere with your project. ( i.e plumbing, steel beam etc ... )
Then you'll be able to submit your project to the board for final approval, before the sale.
The architect will then fill the paperwork with the DOB.
The first two steps can be achieved fairly fast.
What are reasons a board would refuse a shareholder from combining apartments?
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Even after you purchase the apartment you need Board approval for any renovation you want to do.
You no longer need to update the certificate of occupancy if the number of apartments changes but you still must file alteration applications with the building department.
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