by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 10, 2024 | NYC Zoning, Property Development
The New York City Zoning Resolution establishes all of the zoning use and bulk requirements for new developments and alterations to existing buildings. Sometimes, due to unique conditions, following these regulations can be difficult and even impossible, making a... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 8, 2024 | General Architecture, NYC Zoning, Property Development
The New York City Zoning Resolution sets regulations for developing a property, from a new building to a small home addition. These rules can sometimes be burdensome and result in unnecessary challenges for the owner. NYC has a system known as a Zoning Variance, where... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 10, 2024 | NYC Zoning, Property Development
The New York City Zoning Resolution sets regulations for developing a property, including all developments and improvements, from a new building to a small home addition. These regulations can sometimes be burdensome and result in unnecessary challenges for the owner.... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 10, 2024 | 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 to seek... 
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...