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Are you struggling to complete a new development? Are your existing properties in compliance with local laws? Do you need help executing a new real estate strategy? Whether you’re constructing a super-tall skyscraper in Brooklyn or transforming commercial properties across the country, Metropolis Group offers the expertise and experience to help developers and building owners maximize their real estate investments.
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American Copper Buildings
New York, NY
Overview These copper-clad residential towers rise 47 and 40 stories above the East River. A glass skybridge connects the asymmetrical buildings, housing amenities that include a 75-foot lap pool, a bar and lounge, and a fitness center. Challenges Located on the waterfront, the development was one of the first... View more
860 Washington Street
New York, NY
Overview This new 10-story development in the Meatpacking District offers eight floors of private office space above a two-story retail base. Positioned at the start of the High Line, the property was designed by award-winning designer and glass sculptor James Carpenter. Challenges Located only three feet from the High... View more
613 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY
Overview This new 11-story structure in Park Slope houses 43 luxury condominiums. The building features a brick façade with distinctive windows, landscaped gardens, and a roof terrace. Challenge The proposed rooftop terrace, an important amenity for these luxury residences, created code challenges due to the maximum occupancy. Frequent inspections... View more
565 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY
Overview The flagship store of athletics giant Adidas introduces a stadium retail concept, with stands to resemble live-game viewing, locker rooms in place of dressing rooms, and a track-and-turf section where customers can wear-test products. Challenges The Adidas concept store spanned more than 45,000 square feet on four floors.... View more
111 West 57th Street
New York, NY
Overview This supertall residential tower will rise from the landmarked Steinway Hall to 1,428 feet. When completed in 2018, Steinway Tower will reign as both one of the tallest buildings in the Western Hemisphere and the world’s slenderest tower. Challenges Merging the exterior of 16-story Steinway Hall with a... View more
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Gas Detecting Devices Required in NYC Residential Properties by May 2025
By Bruno Caligara Following a series of deadly gas explosions, New York City passed Local Law 157 of 2016 (LL 157/2016), which requires the installation of natural gas detectors in residences. The DOB published a rule implementing LL 157/2016 earlier this year, which requires landlords to install the detectors... View more
Cycle 3 Retaining Wall Reports Due for the Bronx by December 31
By Andrew Pisani New York City requires periodic inspection of all retaining walls at least ten feet high that front a public right-of-way. Property owners must hire a New York State-licensed professional designated as a Qualified Retaining Wall Inspector (QRWI) to inspect these structures at least once every five... View more
Industry Interest and Opportunity Grow for Commercial Conversions
By Brian Earley More than four years after the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered New York City, commercial real estate vacancy rates remain high. The continuing tension between companies and employees over return-to-office mandates is one contributing factor. Also, tenants are favoring new, upscale properties over older buildings. Consequently, more building... View more
Creative Partnership Leads to A+ Compliance for Brearley
By David Temidara When the prestigious Brearley School built a new facility one block away from the primary campus on 610 East 83rd Street, the institution engaged Metropolis Group to help manage the complex construction process. Metropolis team members worked with architects, engineers, and owners’ representatives to secure the... View more
Complete Public-Facing Parapet Observations by December 31
By Jaime Pabon In keeping with the city’s ongoing public safety efforts, Local Law 126 of 2021 requires building owners to have an observation of public-facing parapets performed annually, beginning in 2024. The Rules of the City of New York (RCNY) define a parapet as “the part of any... View more