Queens service

Apartment renovation in Queens

Co-op and condo apartment renovations across Queens, from kitchens and baths to full gut remodels. We manage board approvals and building rules so your project stays on schedule and within house regulations.

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The basics

What is apartment renovation in Queens?

Apartment renovation is remodeling work inside a co-op unit or condo, where the building, not just the city, governs what you can do. In Queens that means coordinating board or managing-agent approval, an alteration agreement, building house rules, and any DOB permits before construction begins.

Scope

What is included

Finishes during a Queens renovation by CityCore Builders

Kitchens

New cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and lighting, plus plumbing and electrical updates routed within approved wet-over-dry boundaries.

Tile during a Queens renovation by CityCore Builders

Bathrooms

Waterproofing, tile, fixtures, and ventilation, with attention to slab penetration limits and the building's water-shutoff procedures.

Demolition during a Queens renovation by CityCore Builders

Full gut remodels

Demolition to finish for the whole unit, including new layouts, flooring, and finishes coordinated with the alteration agreement.

Design during a Queens renovation by CityCore Builders

Layout changes

Removing or relocating non-structural partitions, adding closets, and reworking the floor plan within what the board and DOB allow.

Electrical during a Queens renovation by CityCore Builders

Electrical and lighting

Panel and circuit upgrades, recessed and accent lighting, and modern outlets installed to current NYC electrical code.

Flooring during a Queens renovation by CityCore Builders

Floors and finishes

Hardwood, tile, and engineered floors with the underlayment and sound attenuation many Queens buildings require.

NYC specifics

Permits and approvals

Most apartment renovations file with the DOB as an Alt-2, which covers multiple trades without changing the legal use or occupancy of the unit. Work that moves walls, plumbing, or electrical almost always requires a permit and a licensed contractor; cosmetic painting and refinishing usually do not.

In a co-op or condo, the building comes first. Your board or managing agent issues an alteration agreement that sets insurance limits, working hours, elevator and hallway protection, and an approval process for plans before the DOB will sign off. We prepare submissions that satisfy both the building and the city.

What we watch for in Queens:

Wet-over-dry rules that restrict moving kitchens and baths over a neighbor's living space; sound and flooring requirements written into house rules; pre-1980 buildings where asbestos testing may apply before demolition; and flood-zone buildings near the waterfront where mechanicals and finishes have added requirements. We confirm what applies to your unit before work starts.

Coverage

Where we work

We renovate apartments across Queens. Explore our service areas to see neighborhood details and local building patterns.

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Start your project

Ready to renovate your Queens apartment?

Tell us about your unit and your building's rules. We will walk you through approvals, permits, and a clear plan.

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