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RPAPL §881 Update: New Rules for Townhome Construction Access in New York

New York’s construction access laws just saw their biggest overhaul in 50 years. For townhouse owners, the 2025 update to RPAPL §881 fundamentally shifts the power dynamic, ending the era of "neighbor ransom" and silent delays. Discover how the new "commercially reasonable" standard protects your budget and keeps your project on a defined, 60-day timeline.

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How to Keep Projects on Budget

Keeping projects on budget is not luck. It takes clear planning, disciplined tracking, and the right team. At Align, we bring order to complexity with proven systems that track every cost and keep scope, schedule, and value aligned.

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Selecting a Contractor - It’s a Dating Process

Contractor selection is more “dating” than bidding. Choosing the right contractor means looking beyond accolades - and asking the right questions. Learn a structured, outcome-first process that protects your budget, timeline, quality, and peace of mind.

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