In accordance with Paragraph 21 of the Proprietary Lease of the Tova Gardens Cooperative (426 13 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215), the following is the Alteration Application which must be completed prior to any alterations, additions, improvements or repair in or to a unit. 

Renovations that require board approval include but are not limited to: alterations that have structural implications (heating, plumbing, electrical, windows, walls, etc..), require permits to be drawn, expose the building to violations, or alter the exterior of the building. Alterations that do not require board approval include but are not limited to: paint, wallpaper, trivial repairs or other cosmetic work. If Owner is in doubt on whether an alteration requires Board approval, they should consult the Board or Management.

Minor Repairs & Improvements

Before commencing work, all contractors, regardless of scope of work, must provide management with required insurance documents and all contractors & sub-contractors must provide management with signed indemnification agreement. 

Alteration Required Documents & Information

• Completed and signed Alteration Agreement (note that the deposit amount, if required, will be determined after submittal and prior to approval)
• Signed Indemnification Agreement by all contractors & sub-contractors
• Other Required information and documents from Unit Owner:
  • Any and all drawings associated with the renovation
  • Building department applications or permits (if required)
  • Contact information of architect, contractor and engineer (if applicable)
  • Written description of work to be performed

Instructions

1. Complete and sign the required documents and scan document 
2. Collect the rest of the required information and documents listed above
3. Click next on the screen below, where Unit Owner will be prompted to supply the requested information and pay the Alteration Application fee ($300)
4. After receipt, Board and Management will review scope of work and plans and will determine the following:
   • Whether the Board will engage the Building Architect for consultation on reviewing plans
   • How much security the Board will hold as per paragragh 1c of the Alteration Agreement, from $1,000 to $2,500.
5. Once Alteration Agreement is approved and security deposit is funded (if required), Management will send Unit Owner a fully executed Alteration Agreement
6. Unit Owner/Contractor should coordinate start of renovations with Management in accordance with terms of Alteration Agreement
7. All required insurance certificates must be on file with Management prior to the commencement of work.

 

 

 

 

 

This form is transmitted securely through a 3rd party provider, please ensure URL address begins with "https://". Failure to submit all documents may delay processing time. You may continue the application at a later time should you not complete all at once. First listed person on lease shall be considered Applicant and all other listed tenants should apply as co-applicants.