South & Southwest Side
Hyde Park bathroom remodels
What should co-op and condo owners in older buildings ask before remodeling?
Hyde Park has older apartment buildings — many organized as condos or co-ops — along with greystones, townhouses and larger single-family homes.
Housing you'll commonly see
Vintage multi-unit buildings, including co-ops, and larger older houses are common. Every property is different, so treat this as context rather than a description of your home.
Co-op approvals
Co-op boards may have their own alteration procedures. Ask what's required before you request estimates.
Accessibility in older buildings
Many buildings and homes weren't designed with accessible bathrooms. Grab bar blocking, a handheld shower and a low-threshold option can help.
Does my co-op need to approve a bathroom remodel?
Usually some level of approval is required, especially for plumbing. Check your proprietary lease or house rules.
Ready to talk through your bathroom?
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