Category: Owners Developers & Managers

BOMA New York –  Now & looking forward - by Hani Salama

BOMA New York – Now & looking forward - by Hani Salama

November 3, 2020
On behalf of the entire commercial real estate industry in New York and the many commercial tenants that propel the economy of the greatest city in the world, BOMA New York continues to push the ball forward. Our dedicated staff and Board of Directors are regularly behind the scenes advocating for the commercial built environment and are on the frontlines collaborating for a better future. The following summary recaps our recent efforts.
The benefits of adaptive reuse and utilizing buildings year-round - by Haril Pandya

The benefits of adaptive reuse and utilizing buildings year-round - by Haril Pandya

November 2, 2020
In the U.S., millions of square feet of interior spaces sit vacant each year. Venues with a singular purpose, such as dorm rooms, conference facilities, sports stadiums, concert arenas, and even some hotel destinations have periods of significant underutilization throughout the year. From strip malls full of vitamin shops and
MacAffer and Simonds of CBRE-Albany lease 13,500 s/f to BestPass at 500 New Karner Rd., Colonie

MacAffer and Simonds of CBRE-Albany lease 13,500 s/f to BestPass at 500 New Karner Rd., Colonie

October 20, 2020
>Albany, NY According to CBRE-Albany, BestPass, a wholly owned subsidiary of New York State Motor Truck Association, has leased 13,500 s/f at 500 New Karner Rd. BestPass provides bulk toll purchasing and streamlined toll management services to commercial fleets. BestPass president & CEO, John Andrews said, "We are extremely excited about moving into our new office space. With rapid expansion of our services across the continental U.S.
TANKHOUSE tops out 450 Warren with SO–IL

TANKHOUSE tops out 450 Warren with SO–IL

October 6, 2020
Brooklyn, NY According to developer TANKHOUSE, 450 Warren, an 18-residence condominium between Bond and Nevins Sts. in Gowanus has officially topped out at five stories and 55 ft. 450 Warren is the first
Kalikow Group, WRS Associates and  The Ishay Group begin leasing at The Sidney

Kalikow Group, WRS Associates and The Ishay Group begin leasing at The Sidney

October 6, 2020
Brooklyn, NY According to The Kalikow Group, leasing activities have commenced at The Sidney, a new, 68-unit, residential building located at 2415 Church Ave. in the Prospect Lefferts
Building community through amenities - by Leslie Fajfar

Building community through amenities - by Leslie Fajfar

October 6, 2020
From concierge services to fitness and business centers, there are plenty of ways to increase residential communities appeal through amenities. A study done by the National Apartment Association, stated that
Governor Cuomo finalizes new standards to cut hydrofluorocarbons; NYSERDA launches $3m Next Generation HVAC Innovation Challenge

Governor Cuomo finalizes new standards to cut hydrofluorocarbons; NYSERDA launches $3m Next Generati...

October 6, 2020
Albany, NY According to governor Andrew Cuomo, new regulations have been finalized to significantly reduce the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in New York and help prevent these climate-altering gases from affecting the state’s environment and public health. HFCs are a group of potent
Magnum 1 Realty LLC launches sales at The Bevy condominium

Magnum 1 Realty LLC launches sales at The Bevy condominium

October 6, 2020
Queens, NY According to developer Magnum 1 Realty LLC, sales have officially launched at The Bevy, a new condominium in Astoria, adding 10 modern studio and one-bedroom units to the neighborhood. Local brokerage Modern Spaces is exclusively handling marketing and sales for the building, located
Rudin Management wins award from AEE

Rudin Management wins award from AEE

October 6, 2020
New York, NY The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), a nonprofit professional society that promotes the scientific and educational interest of those engaged in the energy industry and to foster
Question of the Month: What do valuation dates and COVID-19  have to do with your 2021 property taxes? - by David Wilkes

Question of the Month: What do valuation dates and COVID-19 have to do with your 2021 property taxe...

October 6, 2020
Rental income has diminished for many owners since the onset of COVID-19, especially in New York City, while expenses–primarily property taxes and debt service–have remained steady or even grown. Hardest hit, for all the
PWC PDAC hosts interactive panel discussion and networking Sept. 29th

PWC PDAC hosts interactive panel discussion and networking Sept. 29th

October 6, 2020
New York, NY What do you do when your construction project doesn’t go according to plan? The answer often depends on whether you are an owner, construction manager
IREM NYC honors Hayward  with Brooker Scholarship

IREM NYC honors Hayward with Brooker Scholarship

October 6, 2020
New York, NY Octavia Hayward was recently awarded IREM NYC’s George Brooker Scholarship. Hayward is a director of property management at the New York City Housing Authority and is working