by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 25, 2026 | Renovating, Brownstones & Townhouses, Landmarks
Renovating a townhouse in New York City is fundamentally different from renovating any other type of home. Between zoning regulations, Department of Buildings approvals, Landmarks Preservation Commission review (where applicable), and the challenge of creating a...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 6, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses, Restoration
Removing a fire escape from the front of a New York City landmark townhouse is a common consideration in high-end residential renovations. While fire escapes were often added for life-safety requirements when townhouses were converted to multifamily use, they can...