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Discover the pros and cons of constructing an open floor plan in a residential unit and how this impacts you. Click to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gJ5kWxun

🚗🏙️ 13% of Midtown's Parking Structures are "Safe" 🚗🏙️ Today, NYC Department of Buildings posted their live parking structure compliance map 🗺️. Each location is identified by one of the following designations: 🟢 Safe: "No problems and in good condition" 🟠 SREM: "Safe with Repairs and/or Engineering Monitoring" 🔴 Unsafe: "Problems/defects threaten public safety" 🟣 Status Pending: "Report and or correction under review" ⚪ No Report Filed 📆 Reporting cycles are broken into sections with their respective due dates: 1A (12/31/2023), 1B (12/31/2025), and 1C (12/31/2027). 🗽 1A includes all of Manhattan south of 60th street + the Upper West Side. Here are the numbers for 1A: 🟢 Safe: 133 🟠 SREM: 50 🔴 Unsafe: 101 🟣 Status Pending: 237 ⚪ No Report Filed: 518 🔍 With only 13% receiving a clean bill of health, this is a concern. A much bigger concern is the 50% who have not filed a report. 💬 What's your opinion? 🔗 Use the provided link to explore the map: https://lnkd.in/eWtbxU9u #MidtownParkingSafety #nycconstruction #nycrealestate #safety Gotham Building

Double Pitched Mansard Roof with Front and Rear Dormer Windows Planning Appeal London Hackney The London Borough of Hackney refused this application 10th December after originally validating it on 14th October. There reasons were stated as; The proposed development by virtue of its position, massing and detailed design, would disrupt an unspoiled roofline and would result in an incongruous and unsympathetic addition that would be detrimental to the character and appearance of the application dwelling and wider street scene. The Appeal Statement for this case that is shown in the video and was produced specifically to overcome the refusal reasons issued by London Borough of Hackney for this application. As with many of these types of refusals, the reasons are very subjective and as such require a comprehensive and robust detailed appeal statement. Never under-estimate the level of detail needed, covering policies both locally and nationally and where possible brining other approvals and appeals into the argument. We will explain in the video later in more detail what and how to achieve this. The Planning Inspectorate visited the site on 18th August and issued the decision on 30th August. We are pleased to share that this appeal was successful. https://lnkd.in/eg3iSgxZ

Double Pitched Mansard Roof with Front and Rear Dormer Windows Planning Appeal London Hackney. The London Borough of Hackney refused this application 10th December after originally validating it on 14th October. There reasons were stated as; The proposed development by virtue of its position, massing and detailed design, would disrupt an unspoiled roofline and would result in an incongruous and unsympathetic addition that would be detrimental to the character and appearance of the application dwelling and wider street scene. The Appeal Statement for this case that is shown in the video and was produced specifically to overcome the refusal reasons issued by London Borough of Hackney for this application. As with many of these types of refusals, the reasons are very subjective and as such require a comprehensive and robust detailed appeal statement. Never under-estimate the level of detail needed, covering policies both locally and nationally and where possible brining other approvals and appeals into the argument. We will explain in the video later in more detail what and how to achieve this. The Planning Inspectorate visited the site on 18th August and issued the decision on 30th August. We are pleased to share that this appeal was successful. https://lnkd.in/eg3iSgxZ

Property Update: Project Norfolk Progress! 💪 We’ve been hard at work! We’ve been ripping out walls, blocking up windows, and completely reconfiguring the layout to make better use of the space. Exciting changes are on the way, and we can’t wait to see it all come together! #propertyduo #propertyinvestment #propertyinplymouth #propertyrenovation #propertyinvesting #propertyinvestors

With California’s Senate Bill 721 deadline only 11 months away, there is a mounting urgency for property owners and managers to comply for balcony safety. How critical is this for your balconies? Do you know if it applies to your properties? If you haven’t considered this yet, then now is the time. https://lnkd.in/gt3GbTA6 In Marx|Okubo’s experience with condition assessment work, we often find multifamily residential and commercial buildings with balconies that have critical condition issues (that may have domino effects) requiring immediate repair. With many balcony inspections under our belts and a detailed understanding what is involved, we want to help set expectations for property owners and managers about the process. Learn more about the importance of balcony inspections, the timing of the steps, and what to anticipate. Navigating the process with more knowledge ensures the best outcomes for all stakeholders. Read further: https://lnkd.in/gt3GbTA6 #marxokubo #balconysafety #realestate #construction 

The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has issued a rule that ushers in significant changes to inspection requirements for parking facilities in order to improve the safety of parking garages by identifying and preventing potential structural failures. Learn more about New York City’s Rule 103-13 and how we can assist #BuildingOwners and #PropertyManagers with compliance. https://lnkd.in/dCkvCYty

Important and timely info in our latest blog on balcony safety and what property owners and managers can expect with SB 721 and the inspection process.

This project presents a unique opportunity for development, and our team at Texas Sparks Constructions has been instrumental in shaping its success. We’re spearheading the construction of three event centers, totaling 23,000 sqft, blending HVAC systems with open spaces to create versatile environments. Additionally, our expertise is driving the development of three religious structures, including a 40,000 sqft main temple, a 10,000 sqft secondary building, and a support structure, as well as 10 to 14 one-acre residential lots. Our team conducted an in-depth study, thoroughly assessing the financial, market, and development aspects of the project. We identified that the property, connected to a private road managed by the HOA, may require road expansion. Moreover, while the City of Georgetown is ready to supply water, our analysis revealed the need to extend sewer access from 2.5 miles away. By uncovering these critical details early, we empower developers to plan accurately, incorporate potential costs, and navigate the development process with confidence, avoiding costly surprises. 🏗️ #FeasibilityStudy #ProjectPlanning #RealEstateDevelopment #DueDiligence #CivilEngineering #RegulatoryCompliance

NYC DOB Code - Major update *** Are you ready for this change? Effective 12/11/24 , initial DOB filings , permits initially issued after this date, for new buildings or major alterations for buildings that are 7 stories or 75’ H will require a site safety coordinator and a dob approved site safety plan in addition to having a cs - construction superintendent. Current code only included new buildings or major alterations that are 10 stories, 125’ H or buildings that have a ground floor foot print over 100,000 sqf as “site safety projects” - “major buildings“. Lets all be ready and prepared for this major change. Try to have your ssp’s ready in advance so you can file them as soon as the new code update kicks in. #nycdob #sitesafetyjobs #majorbuildingsrule #crsg #ll147