Renovating in Manhattan
What your building will ask for, what needs a permit, what things cost and how long they take. Written from 25 years of apartment work in Manhattan, Jersey City and Hoboken.
- Bathrooms6 min read
Bathroom Renovation Timeline NYC: Start to Finish
How long a NYC apartment bathroom renovation takes, from board approval and permits through demo, inspections, waterproofing, tile and the punch list.
- Buildings and Permits6 min read
Co-op Alteration Agreement NYC: What Boards Ask For
What a NYC co-op or condo board asks for before you renovate: the alteration agreement, plans, insurance certificates, deposits, work hours and timing.
- Buildings and Permits6 min read
Condo Renovation in Jersey City and Hoboken: A Guide
Condo renovation in Jersey City and Hoboken: association approvals, NJ construction permits, contractor registration and Hoboken flood zone rules.
- Buildings and Permits7 min read
Do You Need a Permit to Renovate an Apartment in NYC?
Which NYC apartment renovation work needs a DOB permit and which does not: DOB NOW filings, ordinary plumbing, electrical permits and landmark rules.
- Kitchens6 min read
Kitchen Renovation Cost Manhattan: 2026 Price Guide
What a Manhattan kitchen renovation costs in 2026: published ranges by tier, the NYC factors that push the number up, and where budgets get wasted.
- Apartments7 min read
Prewar Apartment Renovation in Manhattan: What to Expect
What a prewar apartment renovation uncovers behind Manhattan walls: plaster, old pipes, wiring, uneven floors and lead paint rules, and how to plan for it.
- Buildings and Permits6 min read
Wet Over Dry in NYC: Moving a Kitchen or Bathroom
The wet over dry rule in NYC co-ops and condos: why boards block kitchens and baths over a neighbor's bedroom, what is usually allowed, and workarounds.