Manhattan co-op owners face strict board approvals, alteration agreements, and building rules that complicate any renovation project. Melani General Contractor handles the full process across the borough with licensed crews and clear timelines. Call (718) 283-4154 today to begin.
Owners often struggle with contractors who lack experience navigating co-op alteration agreements and building requirements in the borough. Our team manages compliance, scheduling, and craftsmanship so the work proceeds without disputes from the board or neighboring shareholders.
Pre-war buildings throughout the Upper West Side and Upper East Side require careful treatment of original moldings, plaster walls, and parquet flooring. Our crews restore period details while updating mechanical systems behind the walls.
Mid-century co-op apartments often carry dated layouts, low ceilings, and aging electrical panels. We modernize the interior while respecting load-bearing walls, riser locations, and slab thickness limitations common in these structures.
Combining two adjacent units into a single residence demands DOB filings, architectural drawings, and board sign-off. We coordinate with architects and expediters to complete legal merges and structural work cleanly.
Inherited apartments frequently need full updates before resale or occupancy. Our team handles plumbing, wiring, finishes, and cosmetic work to bring the unit to current market standards in any neighborhood across the island.
Smaller contractors often lack the licensing, insurance, and project management depth that Manhattan co-op boards require before approving any work. We carry the documentation, supervisory experience, and trades necessary to deliver projects from demolition through final punch list.
Kitchen work in a co-op typically involves wet-over-dry restrictions, gas line approvals, and ventilation through limited shaft space. We design layouts that respect these constraints while delivering modern cabinetry, counters, and appliances.
Bathroom projects require waterproofing standards mandated by most buildings on the island, including pan tests and proper membrane installation. Our crews complete tile, plumbing, and fixture work to specifications the building engineer will accept.
Removing walls or relocating plumbing inside a shareholder unit requires engineer letters and board review. We handle the drawings, filings, and physical work to legally reconfigure rooms within Manhattan apartment buildings.
Custom built-ins, wainscoting, and cabinetry add storage and character to compact co-op apartments. Our finish carpenters fabricate and install millwork that matches the architectural period of the building.
Co-op renovation requires more than construction skill; it demands familiarity with the borough's building protocols and shareholder politics. We bring licensing, insurance, and direct relationships with managing agents across Midtown, Downtown, and uptown districts.
Here is what sets us apart for shareholders across the borough:
Co-op work represents one part of our broader contracting practice in the borough. Shareholders, condo owners, and commercial tenants frequently engage us for related projects after the initial apartment work concludes. The list below shows what else our company provides:
Here are the other services available through our team:
Our contracting work extends well past the island, covering shareholders, homeowners, and businesses throughout the metropolitan area. Each borough carries its own building stock, board cultures, and permit considerations that our team has worked within for years. The boroughs listed below fall within our regular service territory.
Here are the boroughs we serve:
Co-op renovations move quickly once board approval lands, and choosing the right contractor before that point saves weeks of delay. Our team is prepared to review your alteration agreement, walk the apartment, and provide a written scope. New York shareholders deserve a contractor that respects building rules and shareholder timelines.
Contact Melani General Contractor to begin the planning process for your apartment project. Reach our office directly at (718) 283-4154 to discuss scope, scheduling, and approvals.
Most full co-op renovations across the borough run between three and six months once the board issues approval and permits are filed. Smaller cosmetic projects within Upper East Side or Midtown buildings can finish in six to ten weeks.
Yes, nearly every co-op building on the island requires a signed alteration agreement before any construction begins. The board typically reviews contractor insurance, architectural drawings, and project scope before granting approval.
Boards in the borough generally request general liability coverage, workers' compensation, disability insurance, and an additional insured endorsement naming the building and managing agent. Our company maintains all required policies at the levels Manhattan buildings expect.
Plumbing relocations within a shareholder unit are often permitted with engineer letters and DOB filings, though gas line work requires utility inspection and additional approvals. Buildings across the island vary in their tolerance for wet-area expansion, so we review the alteration agreement first.
Most Manhattan co-op buildings restrict construction to weekday hours, typically nine to five, and prohibit work on weekends and holidays. Our crews schedule deliveries and noisy work in accordance with the rules posted by each building.
Pricing depends on apartment size, scope, finishes, and the building's mechanical condition, but full renovations in the borough generally range from one hundred fifty to four hundred dollars per square foot. We provide written estimates after walking the unit and reviewing the alteration agreement.
