The full gut demolition process of a New York City brownstone or townhouse involves several critical steps to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency. This process begins with obtaining the necessary permits, followed by creating architectural and engineering plans, carrying out the actual demolition, and disposing of debris using an appropriate container. By following these steps…
Building Codes & Permits
Building permits are required for any remodeling project that involves a change or addition to your home’s structure or mechanical systems. Building permits are issued to ensure your remodeling project meets local building codes, which establish material standards, structural requirements, and installation guidelines for your project. In short, they ensure that your (or your contractor’s)…
History of the Rowhouse
Townhouses were the vanguard of urban development in both Manhattan and Brooklyn for 150 years, during New York’s boom from a small port city at the end of eighteenth century into the world’s greatest metropolis.