Most residential renovation projects for New Yorkers begin with kitchens. The kitchen is one of the busiest and most abused corners. Due to different temperatures and abrasive forces, it can quickly succumb to premature wear and tear. By planning a renovation, you can revive its aesthetics and make it more adaptable to your evolving needs. Whether you change a wall or relocate appliances as part of your apartment’s kitchen upgrade, seeking permission from NYC DOB is mandatory to avoid regulatory hassles and optimize structural safety. If you live in a multi-family building, you may also have to follow up with Co-Op or Condo board. Zicklin Contracting’s apartment renovation services cover every aspect, including seeking permits to make your journey with extensive and expensive endeavors most satisfying. So, don’t feel bothered about how you will navigate all this. We will take care of everything.
As a reputed apartment renovation company, we are there to guide and assist you. Nevertheless, knowing about permits required for kitchen work is essential even when you partner with us. It puts your mind at ease and lets you focus more on the process. Here are some vital details regarding kitchen renovation and building codes to help you prepare for this project well in advance.
NYC DOB permits for kitchen renovation
Most kitchen upgrades need permission from the authorities. You can skip this for small-scale work like cabinet replacement. As a general contractor, we can provide all assistance with this. If you remove a wall to create an open kitchen, we must submit plans for vetting to the DOB. It will allow us to secure permits for general construction, electrical, gas, plumbing, ventilation, etc. If your apartment is housed in a 1987 building, you must apply for an Asbestos Testing permit.
Alteration Agreements from Condo and Co-Op Board for kitchen renovation
Apartment kitchen renovations must comply with the Building’s Alteration Agreement, which can have specific guidelines for a homeowner to follow. They can send an architect to study our plans before submitting them to the DOB.