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NYC Zoning, ADU & Building Violation Guides

Notes from the practice — projects, process, and what property owners should know.

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Featured · Zoning & Regulations June 12, 2026 · 9 min read

NYC ADU Architect: What Queens & Brooklyn Homeowners Need to Know

New York City has legalized an entirely new kind of home — the Accessory Dwelling Unit. Here's who actually qualifies, what you can build, and the financing window closing this month.

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July 2, 2026 · 11 min read

DOB & ECB Violation Removal in NYC: How to Clear Your Property

Cellar and basement violations, stop work orders, work without a permit, illegal conversions, boilers — the path to dismissal for each, and why it matters well beyond a sale.

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Basement & cellar legalization, explained

The difference between the two, why it matters, and when an existing lower-level unit can become legal.