How Lot Coverage Limits Affect ADUs Under NYC’s City of Yes
Lot coverage is one of the most overlooked zoning rules when homeowners think about ADUs. Under City of Yes, zoning may allow ADUs, but lot…
Author: Joseph Ranola
How to Identify Improperly Supported Decks and Balconies in Staten Island and Brooklyn
Decks and balconies are some of the most dangerous exterior features when they are built or modified incorrectly. In Staten Island and South Brooklyn, many…
How Buyer Contingencies Work in NYC Real Estate Contracts
Buyer contingencies are one of the most misunderstood parts of a real estate contract. In NYC, contingencies define when a buyer can walk away without…
The Power Of Pre-Listing Inspections For Sellers
The home inspection is a standard step in the closing process, but it can be stressful for sellers. You might anxiously await the results of…
How Closing Cost Prorations Work in NYC Real Estate
Closing costs in NYC include more than lender fees and taxes. They also include prorations, which adjust expenses so buyers and sellers each pay only…
How Co Op Board Approvals Work in NYC Real Estate
Co op board approval is one of the most intimidating parts of buying in New York City. Unlike condos, co ops require buyers to be…
ADU Rental Rules and Restrictions Under NYC’s City of Yes
Rental use is one of the biggest drivers of interest in ADUs, and also one of the most misunderstood. While City of Yes may allow…
How to Spot Structural Wood Rot in Staten Island and Brooklyn Homes
Wood rot is one of the most dangerous exterior problems because it hides in plain sight. By the time it becomes obvious, structural damage is…
How the ADU Approval Process Works Through NYC DOB
Even when zoning allows an ADU, nothing gets built without Department of Buildings approval. Under City of Yes, ADUs may be permitted As of Right…
How to Tell If a Sump Pump Is About to Fail in Staten Island and Brooklyn Homes
Sump pumps do not fail quietly at a convenient time. They fail during storms, power outages, or heavy groundwater conditions. In Staten Island and South…