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Renovation guides

Renovation guides for Queens homeowners

Plain-language guides on cost, zoning, permits and process for renovating, adding to or rebuilding a home in Queens.

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Additions & conversionsRenovating a 2- or 3-Family Home in QueensA Queens guide to renovating 2- and 3-family homes: unit reconfiguration, separate metering, egress, code, permits, and rental value. Free estimate available.Apr 28, 2026 · 14 minCosts & planningOpen-Concept Renovations in Queens: Removing Walls the Right WayHow to open up a Queens home safely: load-bearing vs partition walls, steel and LVL beams, DOB permits, and co-op limits. Free estimate from CityCore.Apr 21, 2026 · 16 minCosts & planningGarage Conversions & ADUs in Queens: 2026 Rules, Cost & IdeasConverting a garage to living space or an ADU in Queens? 2026 zoning, DOB permits, egress, utilities, and realistic cost ranges explained for homeowners.Apr 14, 2026 · 16 minAdditions & conversionsConverting an Attic in Queens: The 2026 GuideQueens attic conversion guide: ceiling height, dormers for headroom, egress, insulation, and when you need DOB approval. Free estimate from CityCore Builders.Apr 7, 2026 · 16 minAdditions & conversionsDormer vs Addition in Queens: Which Is Right for Your Home?Dormer vs addition in Queens: compare cost, space gained, DOB rules, and best use cases for Capes, rowhouses, and detached homes. Free estimate.Mar 31, 2026 · 14 minAdditions & conversionsQueens Home Addition: Cost & Process (2026)What a Queens home addition costs in 2026, plus rear extensions, dormers, second-story builds, DOB filing, foundation work, timeline, and resale value.Mar 24, 2026 · 19 minPermits & DOBQueens Basement Legalization: Rules, Costs and ProcessHow to legalize a basement or cellar apartment in Queens: egress, ceiling height, light and air, DOB permits, zoning, costs, and the risks of illegal units.Mar 17, 2026 · 18 minAdditions & conversionsFinishing a Basement in Queens: The Complete 2026 GuideHow to finish a Queens basement in 2026: waterproofing, egress, ceiling height, NYC code, and legal vs recreational space. Free estimate from CityCore Builders.Mar 10, 2026 · 14 min
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