What is underpinning? Underpinning is the process of installing a new “foundation” under your existing foundation as a means of structural support. It is typically necessary when your neighbor is developing their property and their new foundation (and hence their … Continue reading
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Preconstruction Surveys and Monitoring Requirements in NYC
If you are performing construction work in New York City there is a very good chance that you will have to perform a preconstruction survey and/or perform monitoring of neighboring properties. The preconstruction survey and the monitoring often go hand-in-hand. … Continue reading
What is a “construction license access agreement?”
Building in New York is tough and its expensive. Building in the close confines found in many parts of New York often adds an additional problem: you may need to access your neighbor’s property to perform part of the construction … Continue reading
Agreements for Adjacent Property Access
Performing construction in New York City can often involve working in tight quarters. As a result, it is often necessary to enter your neighbor’s property in order to perform the work and, perhaps more importantly, to erect protection for their … Continue reading