With the Climate Mobilization Act (including Local Law 97), many condos and co-ops have been looking for ways to make their buildings more energy-efficient. This expert panel discussion will cover the history of heat pumps, what makes them …
When your shower body ruptures, or a leak from your neighbor’s bad grout job dampens your ceiling, or when your condo has to break through your gorgeous marble tile to fix a broken pipe, who's responsible for repairing your unit? And even m…
Learn how to navigate the complexities of reasonable accommodation requests, including requests for emotional support animals, and handicap accessibility issues such as ramps, discrimination claims, and other legal and ethical issues that c…
Even as solar power becomes more mainstream, more accessible, and more affordable nationwide, many boards have lingering questions about its funding, installation, and ROI in their own buildings. This in-depth presentation will explain how …
Undertaking a capital improvement or other major maintenance/repair project can be stressful for boards. Even before the first hammer falls, there may be permits to secure, contract terms to negotiate—particularly insurance and indemnity pr…
As the lending landscape remains challenging for individuals, associations, and co-ops alike, securing funding for major projects or refinancing an underlying mortgage can be even trickier than usual. This presentation will map out the curr…
Your common areas - including the lobby, hallways, mail room, and other shared spaces - are the first impression visitors and residents alike get upon entering the property. If those areas are shabby, poorly maintained, or just plain dated,…
What rights do individual owners have to inspect their association’s books? What rights do boards have to limit owner review? When can a board restrict what an owner discloses to other owners, or what board members disclose to owners? This …
Complying with Local Law 97 (LL97) has many New York multifamily boards and managers stressed - the expense of reducing carbon emissions to acceptable levels (and avoiding steep fines for noncompliance) is daunting, and in many cases prohib…
A predictable, consistent inflow of cash is crucial for all multifamily communities to function - so unpaid maintenance and common charges pose a big problem for boards and residents alike. Arrears can lead to unpaid bills, neglected mainte…