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Manuals & Playbooks

Comprehensive guides for building owners, co-op boards, and developers navigating rooftop projects in New York City.

11
Chapters
3
Appendices
Owner's Manual · 2026 Edition

The NYC Rooftop Project Owner's Manual

Everything You Need to Know Before Starting a Rooftop Terrace, Garden, or Amenity Space Project in New York City

FeasibilityStructuralPermittingBudgetingBoard ApprovalsConstructionMaintenance
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Board & Management Guide
2026 Edition

Sample House Rules for Common-Use Roof Terraces

A Governance Framework for Co-op Boards, Condo Associations, and Property Management Companies

Hours of UseOccupancyNoise PolicyNo GlasswarePetsSmokingEnforcement
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Playbook

The Co-op & Condo Board Playbook

A step-by-step guide for boards navigating the full rooftop amenity approval and build process.

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Technical Guide

NYC DOB Expediting Guide

A detailed walkthrough of the DOB filing process for rooftop structures and outdoor amenity spaces.

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Technical Manual

Wind Uplift Engineering Manual

Engineering principles and design solutions for high-elevation rooftop projects in NYC.

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Design & Construction of Fine Exteriors

Twenty-five years transforming New York's rooftops, terraces, and courtyards into extraordinary living environments.

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