by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Feb 29, 2024 | General Architecture, NYC Zoning, Property Development
The New York City Zoning Resolution sets regulations for developing a property for everything from a new building to a small home addition. These regulations can sometimes be burdensome and result in unnecessary challenges for the owner. NYC has a system known as a... by Jorge Fontan | Nov 30, 2023 | General Architecture, NYC Zoning, Property Development
Zoning is a set of regulations that govern how to use or develop a given property. These codes restrict the use and bulk of a building. In some cases, complying with the zoning regulations may be challenging. That is why you can apply for a zoning variance. What is... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 6, 2023 | Building Conversions, Lofts, Property Development
With the growing trend of working from home, more and more office space in New York is becoming unoccupied. Due to this ever-increasing trend, more people are interested in knowing if you can convert from commercial to residential. Can You Convert a Commercial... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 30, 2023 | NYC DOB, NYC Zoning, Property Development
A Certificate of Occupancy is a document the Department of Buildings issues describing the legal use and Occupancy of a building in New York City. If you are changing a building or home with alterations contradicting the Certificate of Occupancy, you must file an Alt... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 27, 2023 | Property Development
A lot line window is a window within an exterior wall of a building that is located on a property line, which is shared with another property. Lot line windows have specific code requirements and limitations that other windows do not. I am Jorge Fontan, an... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 21, 2023 | General Architecture, Property Development, Residential
If you have encountered the term habitable room or space, you may wonder what that means. The term “Habitable Space” is commonly used in Building Codes. Building codes are complicated and have terminology you must understand to correctly assess the...