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NYC Rooftop Deck Permit Requirements: Alt-1 vs. Alt-2 — What's the Difference?

Understanding which DOB filing type governs your NYC rooftop deck project — and why getting this wrong at the start can cost you months and tens of thousands of dollars

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NYC Rooftop Deck Permit Requirements: Alt-1 vs. Alt-2 — What's the Difference?

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