The heart of the home has always been the kitchen, much like the heart of New York City has been Central Park. Not always like the kitchen, but since the first section of the 843-acre park opened in 1858.
Interior wall finishes must follow NYC code 801.1 and National Fire Protection Association [NFPA] code 286 to maintain appropriate fire resistance inside buildings.
The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) allows minor alterations and ordinary repairs to a property without a special permit as found in building code section §28-105.4.2.
