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Take a peek behind the facades of New York’s co-ops and condos to find out who's fixing things up, and how much it costs? Articles in this section cover dozens of individual projects in co-ops and condos all over New York City. Learn how NYC co-op/condo boards met the challenges of the fix-up, and how you can use their experiences to smooth out yours.
Are you doing capital improvements at your co-op or condo? Email kfarrell@habitatmag.com or emyers@habitatmag.com to have your project included in our column.
Manhattan Co-op Addresses Radiator Noise and Achieves Energy Savings in One Move
Written by Emily Myers on April 10, 2024
A Manhattan co-op has solved its noisy steam radiator problem by converting the system into a two-pipe system with steam traps, removing the radiator air vents, and lowering the boiler pressure, resulting in a quieter system and savings on its energy bills.
State Court Ruling Opens Door for Major Changes to NYC Property Tax System
Written by Emily Myers on March 27, 2024
A recent state court ruling has created a path toward major changes to New York City's property tax system, which could have mixed consequences for co-op and condo owners.
The Ariel West’s Terra Cotta Troubles
Written by Emily Myers on March 20, 2024
The 32-story luxury condo on Manhattan’s Upper West Side has been forced to take on the lengthy and expensive process of replacing its terra cotta rainscreen.
A Glimmer of Hope for Co-ops and Condos Struggling with LL97
Written by Emily Myers on March 13, 2024
If enacted, the Green Buildings Act would offer a lifeline to apartment buildings struggling to meet Local Law 97’s carbon emission requirements.
A Leaking Roof Prompts an Inwood Co-op To Go Solar
Written by Emily Myers on March 06, 2024
The Park Terrace Arms Corporation has turned a leaky roof into an energy-saving asset.
Partial Electrification Yields Sizable Savings for Yorkville Co-op
Written by Emily Myers on February 28, 2024
The board at a 200-unit co-op in Yorkville, is upgrading its cooling and domestic hot water systems by going electric.
Smart Radiator Covers Help a Manhattan Co-op Cut Emissions
Written by Emily Myers on February 21, 2024
How could the 50-unit co-op cut carbon emissions and reduce Local Law 97 penalties?
Low-Cost Upgrades Produce Benchmarking Leap for Battery Park City Condo
Written by Emily Myers on February 14, 2024
River & Warren, a 166-unit condo in Battery Park City, has made a big leap in its benchmarking grade without spending a fortune.
Queen’s Co-op Installs NYC’s Largest Residential EV Charging Station
Written by Emily Myers on February 07, 2024
Hilltop Village Co-op is leading the charge on electric cars.
Saving Money By Reducing On-Peak Energy Use
Written by Emily Myers on January 24, 2024
Co-op and condo buildings earn cash rewards by reducing electricity use during peak demand events, contributing to savings and conservation efforts.
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