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New York City is one of the largest cities in North America. With so many buildings and vehicles, it produces staggering carbon emissions and has a notable impact on the world's climate. For that reason, NYC's government officials have been devising ways to take...

When’s the last time you thought about the state of your association insurance? If you can’t remember, you’re not alone. Too many associations put their insurance coverage on autopilot, trusting that their agent will let them know if changes need to be made. That’s a...

In both Miami-Dade and Broward counties, some buildings are required to undergo a safety certification every 10 years, beginning 40 years after the building is completed. Miami-Dade County began requiring these safety inspections in the late 1970s; Broward followed...

You love serving on your building’s Board. There’s a satisfaction that comes from making your property a welcoming, safe place for all your residents. But it’s a lot of work managing your building. You and your fellow Board members put in a lot of hours to make...

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Electric vehicle purchases are on the rise. If you’ve driven anywhere in the ‘burbs of South Florida, you’ve probably seen the warm, red glow of a Tesla charging station at night or pay-per-charge stations at some stores. But what’s an urban high-rise dweller to do?...

Electric vehicle purchases are on the rise. Their impact on the environment, plus a variety of rebates and incentives, makes them appealing, especially for the shorter drives most people make within the city. But where should people be able to charge their electric...

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2020 has unquestionably been a time of uncertainty in many aspects of our personal and professional lives. It is especially difficult because we do not know how everything will evolve for the remainder of the year and into next year. This makes financial planning for...

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Introduction September 11, 2020 Dear Board Members: AKAM, in connection with various industry resources and leading industry attorneys, is pleased to present the following comprehensive guide to the New York Forward Gym and Fitness Center reopening plan. This guide...

The COVID-19 pandemic that affected New York City and the world will forever change the manner in which properties are managed and the way we live, work, and interact with others. As the pandemic ensued, AKAM’s entire organization proactively prepared all building...

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Local Law 152 was passed in 2016 by the Department of Buildings, requiring gas piping systems of all buildings to be inspected at least every five years by a licensed master plumber. Properties classified as R-3 occupancy or newer buildings, where an inspection has...

The NYC Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), also known as Local Law 11, requires NYC buildings taller than six stories to have their facades inspected and repaired every five years. The law was recently enhanced in order to protect New Yorkers from falling debris...

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