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.
A Co-op Board With a Holistic Approach
Written by Bill Morris on December 19, 2018
Briar Oaks board in Riverdale is always thinking about the future.
An Affordable Harlem Co-op Makes History
Written by Bill Morris on December 12, 2018
HDFC co-op proves you don’t have to be rich to tap the sun’s power.
City's Organics Recycling Hits a Speed Bump
Written by Marianne Schaefer on December 05, 2018
Even with curbside pickup, 90 percent of organic waste still going to landfills.
Green Roofs for Free
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 28, 2018
City offers grants that can cover the cost of an eco-friendly roof.
Learn How to Cut Energy Costs by 20 Percent
Written by Ann Farmer on November 21, 2018
Boards and their building staffs are eligible for free classes.
An Encore for the Carl Fischer Building’s Original Glory
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 14, 2018
Condo board adds value by restoring Astor Place gem.
Country Club Living at a Co-Op in the City
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 07, 2018
Windsor Park adding a $2.5 million gym to its amenities menu.
Who Is Best Suited to Collect Arrears?
Written by Marianne Schaefer on October 31, 2018
Different approaches to a primary fiduciary duty for all boards.
The. Worst. Corrosion. Ever.
Written by Marianne Schaefer on October 24, 2018
New Rochelle co-op board is tackling a very unpleasant surprise.
Batteries Cut Energy Costs, Provide Backup During Blackouts
Written by Marianne Schaefer on October 17, 2018
Co-ops and condos could benefit from advances in storage batteries.