Lessons from Habitat’s Legal Talk Series: Bylaw Amendments for Co-ops and Condos
Lessons from Habitat’s Legal Talk Series: Bylaw Amendments for Co-ops and Condos
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Marc Schneider Quoted in New York Times Real Estate Section
When a New Condo Building Has Problems, Who Pays to Fix Them?
Typically, condo owners are responsible for funding repairs to building systems. But if it’s a construction defect, that changes the playbook.
New Flooding Provisions That Must Be Incorporated Into Proprietary Leases
Unfortunately, we are once again writing to you to advise you of another new law that affects Co-ops, landlords (including Condo and HOA Boards), and homeowners who lease their homes. The subject matter of the new law is regarding potential and historical flooding of...
Why Hire a New York Condo Attorney?
Navigating the complexities of condominium governance requires more than just legal know-how; it calls for a clear grasp of New York State Condominium law. Does your condo board need a New York condo attorney? Absolutely! Attorneys play a crucial role in offering...
Reasonable Accommodation by Marc H. Schneider at Schneider Buchel LLP, Habitat Magazine
In a case called Hubbard vs. Samson Management, the critical issue was whether a co-op or condo board must offer a free parking space close to the home of a disabled person who has difficulty walking. The plaintiff in this case, Sarah Hubbard, rented an apartment at...
New York Court Renders Decision on Pivotal Manhattan Condominium Association Case Involving Construction Defects
In 2015, the New York Supreme Court ruled against a construction company seeking to escape liability for building-wide defects, premising its argument on the existence of a catch-all release form signed by the company, the property management outfit, and the...
What’s All the Racket?: Handling Noise Complaints & Setting Sound Guidelines
What are the best practices for a condominium association dealing with noise complaints? When it comes to living in a condominium, it is not always easy to keep noise levels at a minimum – particularly given the fact that residents share a wall and a...
Lawsuit Filed Alleging Parking Discrimination by Condominium Association
How can we ensure ADA compliance within our condominium’s common areas? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was enacted in 1992 and has since undergone several amendments to broaden its scope and further hone its applicability. At its inception, one of the...
SUFFOLK COUNTY NO SMOKING LAW OBTAINS FINAL APPROVAL By: Marc H. Schneider, Esq.
As we previously advised you, the Suffolk County Legislature unanimously approved legislation prohibiting smoking in all indoor and outdoor common areas of multiple dwelling buildings (which include Co-ops and Condominiums) and within a fifty-foot radius of all...
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