HABITAT
How do NYC co-ops and condos operate? Governed by an elected board of directors, these housing corporations are like mini-cities with their own bylaws and governing documents. Here you'll find articles on a wide range of topics that co-op and condo board directors need to understand to govern their housing corporation wisely.
Demand Response: Getting Paid to Reduce Kilowatts
Written by Carol Ott on January 29, 2019
Demand Response is the Con Ed program that gives some to get some.
How Is Maintenance Calculated? Let Us Count the Ways
January 23, 2019
Here are the 10 Commandments on pegging maintenance.
Cinephile on Board
Written by Tom Soter on January 22, 2019
David Gershon is the movie maven of Park Lane North co-op.
Is Your First Conflict-of-Interest Report Past Due?
Written by Bill Morris on January 15, 2019
Slacker boards could face lawsuits if report on contracts is overlooked.
Ban on Pets in the Laundry Room Could Boomerang
January 09, 2019
Boards must make “reasonable accommodations” for persons with disabilities.
New Condo Boards Need to Pick Their Battles
Written by Bill Morris on January 07, 2019
Patrick Wong, the voice of experience, is serving on his second condo board.
The Co-op Board President Who Misses Nothing
Written by Bill Morris on January 04, 2019
Lillian Wong sees all – but not in a nosy way.
If No One Steps Up, a Co-op Will Go Down
January 03, 2019
What if they called a board meeting and nobody came?
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
January 01, 2019
The Habitat staff wishes you a happy and fulfilling 2019.
The Upside of Staggered Terms for Co-op Boards
Written by Lisa Prevost on December 31, 2018
Continuity and fresh blood are just two of the many benefits.
Board Talk
Engage, enrage, ask questions and give answers with your community of board members. Submit your questions and comments here!
Habitat Week by Week
Co-op and condo board business broken down into bite-sized bits - 2 stories each week. Read now on all digital devices.
Ask the Experts
learn moreLearn all the basics of NYC co-op and condo management, with straight talk from heavy hitters in the field of co-op or condo apartments
Professionals in some of the key fields of co-op and condo board governance and building management answer common questions in their areas of expertise
Subscribe
join nowGot elected? Are you on your co-op/condo board?
Then don’t miss a beat! Stories you can use to make your building better, keep it out of trouble, save money, enhance market value, and make your board life a whole lot easier!