Question for Bronx Properties

[Anna Cerda]

Hi Everyone,

I have two separate Bronx multi-family properties and need the following information:

1.  CO does not say that the property has accessory parking, and to apply for a driveway in-front of the house I need a architect or engineer, can someone recommend the best way to know if this is feasible, without incurring insane fees.

2. I would like to create a duplex- this is in my primary residence and I know in NY the Yes, housing was approved but not in effect, for an ADU. I also need an architect to help me with the process.

Any recommendations of someone you have worked with, would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

[Jared W Smith]

Quote from @Mohammed Rahman:

Quote from @Jared W Smith:

Quote from @Mohammed Rahman:

Look for survey companies @Anna Cerda

 Not sure how a survey company would be helpful in her circumstance. 

Please read my first response where I was recommending to check out online nyc Zoning portal. Private surveyor may be able help with 2nd level questions and insights and will be a cheaper alternative firstly, before reaching out to an architect. 

Yes, I saw that and I provided the link to the NYC Zola in my post which is the best for that search. There are other ways but this is the easiest and most user friendly.  

Unfortunately from my experience, Land Surveyors have no expertise in Zoning issues and and land use actually defer to Architects and/or Zoning Attorneys for this information. I would not advise this route. (Their specialty is in technical and precise datum points and the legal land/plots on the earth's surface.)