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SoHo · Cast-Iron District Contractor

Skilled General Contractor Serving SoHo, New York City, NY

Melani General Contractor handles full-scope construction and renovation work across SoHo and the surrounding Manhattan neighborhoods. Our crews manage residential and commercial builds from permits through finish carpentry. Call (718) 283-4154 today for a project consultation.

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Cast-Iron Historic District
LPC + DOB Filings Handled
Licensed NYC Contractor
Full-Service Renovation

Full-Service Renovation Solutions Built for SoHo Cast-Iron Buildings

Our crews handle every layer of residential and commercial construction work, from cosmetic refresh jobs to gut-down-to-the-studs rebuilds. Roughly 500 buildings in this area fall inside the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District designated by the Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1973, which means many projects require LPC review alongside standard NYC DOB filings.

We carry the licensing, scheduling experience, and trade partnerships that complex Manhattan renovations demand. Work here runs through our borough-wide Manhattan general contracting team, with one project manager handling filings, trade scheduling, board correspondence, and inspections.

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1973

Year the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District was designated

~500

Buildings in the area inside the landmarked district

1860s

Earliest manufacturing-era lofts we routinely work in

In-House

Licensed plumbing and electrical trades

SoHo Work

Construction Built Around Cast-Iron and Loft Conditions

Lofts, landmarked facades, structural rebuilds, and storefronts — each scope filed, scheduled, and supervised by our own project managers.

Lofts

Loft Renovation in Converted Manufacturing Buildings

Converted manufacturing lofts on Greene, Mercer, and Wooster Streets carry oversized window assemblies, original joist systems, and tin ceilings from the manufacturing era. We plan every scope around what stays, what gets reinforced, and what gets replaced.

  • Original wood joists, tin ceilings, and cast-iron columns preserved when clients want them retained
  • Sister-joist reinforcement coordinated with licensed structural engineers
  • Oversized window assemblies assessed before any facade-adjacent work
  • Open-plan layouts built with mechanicals routed to keep ceiling heights
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Renovated SoHo cast-iron loft with pressed tin ceiling, cast-iron columns, and wide-plank wood floors
Landmarks

Cast-Iron Facade and Landmarks Review Work

Roughly 500 buildings in this area fall inside the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District designated by the Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1973, which means many projects require LPC review alongside standard NYC DOB filings. We run both processes in parallel.

  • LPC permits and Certificates of No Effect prepared for exterior and facade scopes
  • Cast-iron column, cornice, and storefront repair matched to original profiles
  • DOB filings submitted through the Manhattan borough office
  • Filings with co-op boards and condo committees completed throughout lower Manhattan
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Workers restoring an ornate cast-iron facade on a cobblestone SoHo street in Manhattan
Gut Renovation

Gut-Down-to-the-Studs Rebuilds and Structural Work

Cast-iron buildings carry loads differently from modern steel-frame construction, so structural changes call for engineering review and often custom-fabricated reinforcement. Our crews handle every layer of the work, from cosmetic refresh jobs through full rebuilds.

  • Engineering review whenever a scope touches load paths
  • Custom-fabricated reinforcement for cast-iron and timber framing
  • Full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing replacement under our supervision
  • Line-item estimates for demolition, mechanicals, finishes, and contingencies
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Gut renovation in progress inside a 19th-century Manhattan loft with exposed joists and steel reinforcement
Commercial

Commercial Buildouts Along Broadway and West Broadway

Mixed-use buildings along Broadway and West Broadway operate under landlord requirements, tight delivery windows, and landmark review for anything touching the exterior. We schedule around neighboring tenants and business hours.

  • Retail, gallery, showroom, and office buildouts filed end to end
  • Sidewalk shed permits, hoist coordination, and after-hours variances handled in-house
  • Storefront and signage work coordinated with landmark review
  • Full electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and finish trades under one contract
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Completed retail and showroom buildout in a historic SoHo cast-iron ground floor space

Trade Services

Standalone plumbing, electrical, flooring, and painting work is available throughout the neighborhood, most often legacy system replacement in buildings dating to the 1860s through 1880s.

PlumbingCast iron stack and supply line replacement in 19th-century loft buildings.
ElectricalPanel upgrades and rewiring to current NYC code behind preserved finishes.
FlooringWide-plank and parquet refinishing plus new installation over historic subfloors.
PaintingLead-safe prep, plaster repair, and finish carpentry paint work.
Why Melani

Why Choose Melani General Contractor?

Melani General Contractor brings extensive field experience to every project across the five boroughs. Our license, insurance, and trade partnerships cover every scope a SoHo property owner is likely to encounter. Here are the reasons clients in the cast-iron district keep hiring us.

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Familiar With Local Boards and Landmarks Review

We have completed filings with co-op boards, condo committees, and the Landmarks Preservation Commission throughout lower Manhattan.

In-House Licensed Trades

Plumbing and electrical work stays under our supervision, which removes a common source of scheduling friction.

Manhattan Logistics Experience

Sidewalk shed permits, hoist coordination, and after-hours work variances are handled by staff who do this work weekly.

Transparent Pricing on Cast-Iron Renovations

Estimates list line-item costs for demolition, mechanicals, finishes, and contingencies so owners understand exactly what they are funding.

Coverage

Neighborhood Blocks We Serve Across SoHo

Melani General Contractor takes on renovations and new construction throughout the entire neighborhood, from converted manufacturing lofts on Greene Street to mixed-use buildings along Broadway. Many properties here date to the 1860s through 1880s, so every project starts with assessments of cast-iron facades, oversized window assemblies, and original joist systems from the manufacturing era.

Broadway
Broome Street
Crosby Street
Greene Street
Mercer Street
Prince Street
Spring Street
Thompson Street
West Broadway
Wooster Street

Dual Filings

Interior alterations require NYC Department of Buildings filings through the Manhattan borough office, and exterior or facade work generally requires Landmarks Preservation Commission approval. We manage both in parallel.

Deliveries and Street Access

Parking permits for material drop-offs, dumpster placement, and hoist coordination are arranged in advance so cobblestone blocks and narrow corridors stay passable.

Seasonal Scheduling

Interior work continues year-round. Exterior, rooftop, and facade scopes are scheduled for the drier months between April and October to avoid weather-driven delays.

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Complete List of Services

Every Construction Service Available to SoHo Property Owners

Residential and commercial contracting coordinated under a single contract and a single project manager.

Apartment RenovationSingle room updates through full gut renovations that reconfigure layouts and replace mechanical systems.Bathroom RenovationWalk-in showers, heated flooring and waterproofing in pre-war and postwar buildings.Brownstone RenovationFacade restoration, parlor floor remodels, staircase rebuilds and garden-level conversions.Commercial RenovationBuildouts and refits coordinated around building management and DOB inspection schedules.Condo & Co-op RenovationAlteration agreements, board packages and shared infrastructure coordination handled end to end.Electrical ServicesKnob-and-tube and early BX wiring upgraded to modern 200-amp panels.Flooring InstallationHardwood refinishing and engineered flooring with STC-rated underlayment for managed buildings.General ContractingAll trades coordinated, permits filed, inspections managed from demolition to closeout.Gut RenovationComplete multi-floor renovations addressing structure, plumbing risers and electrical service.Home RenovationRoom additions, basement finishing and exterior work on detached and semi-detached homes.Kitchen RemodelingOpen-concept layouts, custom cabinetry and stone countertops with full appliance rough-in.Loft RenovationMezzanine construction and core-drilled plumbing on concrete slabs in converted industrial buildings.Painting ServicesInterior painting with EPA Lead-Safe surface preparation for pre-1978 housing stock.Plumbing ServicesGalvanized pipe and cast iron waste stack replacement in pre-war buildings.Townhouse RenovationMulti-floor limestone and rowhouse renovations, including landmark district properties.
Beyond SoHo

Serving SoHo and the Surrounding Boroughs

The same licensed crews that renovate SoHo lofts and cast-iron storefronts take assignments across the rest of New York City.

BrooklynManhattanQueensBronxStaten IslandWilliamsburgPark SlopeCarroll GardensBrooklyn HeightsSoHoTribecaUpper East SideUpper West Side
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Construction schedules in lower Manhattan fill quickly, and waiting puts your project further down the calendar. Melani General Contractor is currently accepting new residential and commercial projects in SoHo and the surrounding cast-iron district. Initial consultations include a walkthrough, scope review, and budget discussion at no cost to the owner.

Reach out to discuss timelines, filings, and pricing for your upcoming build. Contact Melani General Contractor directly, or speak with a project manager now at (718) 283-4154.

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Yes, our crews work on properties throughout SoHo, including those within the Cast-Iron Historic District. We handle the additional Landmarks Preservation Commission filings that landmark-protected facades and exterior elements require.
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Loft renovations, cast-iron facade work, and custom buildouts — LPC approvals, DOB permits, and board packages handled from first walkthrough to final sign-off.

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