New York Landmarks Conservancy Clarifies “Parapets”

This relatively straightforward law has stirred much confusion. Architects’ offices, and the Conservancy’s “hotline” have been flooded with callers asking what a parapet is, and how they can know if their building has one. Homeowners are being blanketed with ads for parapet inspections, whether buildings have them or not. Here’s information to help you figure

NYC homeowners get $14k incentive for climate-friendly upgrades. Here’s who qualifies

Source: Gothamist, May 30, 2024 Low- and middle-income homeowners in New York are eligible for up to $14,000 for climate-friendly upgrades like insulation and heat pumps, Gov. Kathy Hochul and U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said on Thursday. The new funding through President Joe Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act is meant to accelerate electrification, which is