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A co-op in Lower Manhattan is facing a massive demolition and construction project across the street, while dealing with a seemingly endless FISP assessment and a reserve fund for future expenses, causing shareholders to be "FISP-fed up" and frustrated with the board. (Print: Stage Management)

Dane Barnes, partner at Joseph K. Blum Co., helped one Upper East Side prewar co-op navigate the terra-cotta maze by replacing the damaged cornice with glass fiber reinforced concrete, saving the board $500,000. (Print: The Trouble With Terra Cotta Featured Expert)

Freeze-thaw cycles take a heavy toll on building facades. Replacing — not just repairing — damaged stonework is a major undertaking, but worth it over the long term.

A Brooklyn co-op, Sun Garden Homes Association, completes a facade insulation project using EIFS, enhancing aesthetics, reducing maintenance, and improving energy efficiency.

White-glazed brick with aging glaze can develop spider cracks called crazing, compromising waterproofing and safety. A co-op replaced white-glazed brick with red brick to avoid costly repairs and improve insulation.

The co-op will save millions by tackling brickwork for two cycles at once.

The Department of Buildings is looking very closely at buildings that might not be complying with FISP guidelines.

Project coordination can make or break a capital improvement project.

Regular FISP inspections can lead to huge facade projects. Is your board prepared?

A proactive approach to capital maintenance can save time and money in the long run.