About Jorge Fontan
This post was written by Jorge Fontan AIA a Registered Architect and owner of New York City architecture firm Fontan Architecture. Jorge Fontan has earned 3 degrees in the study of architecture including two degrees from the City University of New York and a Masters Degree in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University. Jorge has a background in construction and has been practicing architecture for 20 years where he has designed renovations and new developments of various building types.
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by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 26, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, NYC DOB, Renovations
Can You Add a Washer Dryer to an Apartment in NYC? You will need to file for permits with the Department of Buildings when adding a washer and dryer to an apartment in NYC. The building management company and Co-Op or Condo Board will also review this work. A licensed...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 14, 2020 | NYC DOB, Property Development
In New York City a Certificate Of Occupancy can potentially be obtained for a new building or building being altered with open applications if the open applications are not related to life safety, egress, or sidewalks and all critical building systems have been...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 14, 2020 | Property Development
Vacant Land Zoning New York City is broken into different zoning districts. If you are looking to develop a vacant lot in NYC you will need to review the zoning in order to know what you can build. The process of assessing the zoning regulations on a property is...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 28, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Bathroom Design
In most cases, a bathroom in a multifamily building in NYC must strictly adhere to the Americans With Disabilities Act. Bathroom renovations in NYC will typically need to comply with the specific NYC accessibility requirements. In addition to accessibility, there are...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 14, 2020 | NYC Zoning, Property Development
As of Right is a term used in property development to describe a proposed development that complies with all applicable zoning codes. In NYC an As of Right Development does not require special permits, variances, or any discretionary action from the City Planning...