Q: After I purchased a Brooklyn condo, I began to suspect that renovations made by the previous owner were illegal. I am concerned that if I try to renovate and file permits with the Department of Buildings, the city will make me rip out the work the previous owner did. When I purchased the unit, the seller did not say anything about renovations. Did the seller state that all renovations were legal and the board had been informed? However, if the contract does not disclose renovations, you do not have a claim.

Source: New York Times May 14, 2018 14:48 UTC