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The lobby of an Art Deco co-op on the Upper East Side was renovated to its former glory, featuring new floors, lighting, and architectural elements that increased the value of the property.

Isabel Taube, a former lecturer and instructor, has become co-managing editor of an online art history journal and co-op board president at 22 W. 26th St. in Manhattan's NoMad neighborhood. (Print: Taking Charge)

Boards must balance transparency with caution when exercising their right to see board documents, keeping records up-to-date and promptly responding to resident requests while exercising discretion to protect sensitive information. (Print: Balance Transparency with Caution)

The 2025-2026 tax year saw average property taxes for co-ops and condos across all boroughs reach record levels, with co-ops in Brooklyn and Queens and condos in Staten Island seeing the biggest hikes, exceeding a 6% increase. (Print: Property Tax Assessments Hit An All-Time High)

In the case of Spencer E. Sherman et al v. The Watchcase Factory, a condominium was dismissed from a lawsuit because the plaintiff failed to name the board president or treasurer as the defendant, despite the legal requirement. (Print: Detail Derailment)

A 236-unit condominium in Manhattan's East Side was deemed unsafe due to spalling concrete beneath its aluminum cladding, leading to a $17 million repair project that was overseen by a project management firm to ensure timely completion and cost savings.(Print: When the Concrete Crumbles)

A prewar co-op in Greenwich Village underwent a facade inspection and discovered a rusted steel supports under the building's terra cotta cornice and a deteriorating historic frieze, necessitating a full replacement with a new anchor system. (Print: A Precarious Cornice)

The board at 6300 Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx successfully updated the proprietary lease to include amendments that require shareholders to carry apartment insurance, define what "sublease" means, and establish the right of the co-op to levy fines. (print: Beyond Boilerplate)

The New York City Fire Department has approved a new rule that allows property owners to install battery swapping and charging cabinets on the sidewalk in front of properties with five or more units, reducing the use of low-quality and/or uncertified batteries. (Print: New Alternative to Indoor Charging)

The New York City Fair Change for Housing Act has introduced a two-step process for co-op admissions, requiring boards to accept an offer in writing and agree not to revoke or change the deal based on the buyer's criminal history. (Print: Co-op Admissions: The New Two-Step Approval Process)

New York City's climate mobilization act allows buildings to purchase carbon offset certificates to avoid fines and buy more time to fully comply with the law, while the revenue from this purchase flows into the GreenHOUSE Fund to help decarbonize affordable housing. (Print: Carbon Offsets: A New Tool in the LL97 Toolbox)

Understanding the statute of limitations is crucial for boards to effectively manage potential legal claims, as each type of legal claim has a unique timeline and tolling options can extend the period during which a claim can be brought. (Print: Consult Counsel and Act Fast)

A New York City co-op resident found herself dealing with various issues in her apartment while on vacation, but thankfully, the problems were resolved by the building's super. (Print: Winter Breakdown)