What Is a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) in NYC? And Why It Matters More Than You Think
Hamoun Niknejad2025-07-12T04:45:55+00:00If you’re buying, renting, building, or renovating in New York City, you’ve probably heard the term “C.O.” thrown around like it’s just another form. But in reality? It’s one of the most important documents you need for your property.Let’s break it down in simple terms.What Is a Certificate of Occupancy (CO)?A Certificate of Occupancy, or CO, is an official document issued by the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB). It confirms that a building is safe, legal to occupy,...
Co-Op Renovation
Hamoun Niknejad2024-07-04T23:38:07+00:00As you might be aware, a coop (short for cooperative) represents a distinctive form of apartment ownership that differs from condos in terms of ownership structure and legal titles. However, rather than delving into intricate financial and real estate aspects, this post aims to focus on the subject of Co-Op renovation and the procedures that coop owners need to follow to undertake such projects.One of the key distinctions between condos and coops lies in their management boards. In the case...
SEO for Architects
Hamoun Niknejad2024-12-01T03:50:14+00:00Search engine optimization specialists in the architecture field play a very important role in enhancing online visibility for architectural companies.Search engine optimization is the way of optimizing digital content to rank Better and higher on search engine results pages like Google. The specialist’s primary objective is to make architectural websites more accessible to potential clients and relevant audiences.SEO specialists delve into technical aspects, such as keywords and website structure, to ensure that search engines easily understand and index architectural content....
Building renovation process in NYC
Hamoun Niknejad2024-07-04T23:36:36+00:00When embarking on a building renovation project, it is important to establish your renovation goals and determine the extent of the project. Table of Contents Toggle Define your building renovation goals:Understanding regulations like zoning and building codes and permitsHire professionals:Determine your renovation budget and allocate fundsObtain necessary permits:Hire contractors:Plan for temporary relocation:Begin construction:Final as-built inspection to complete the project: Define your building renovation goals:You have two main types of renovation to consider: interior renovation and exterior renovation.Interior renovation focuses on enhancing the existing space...