North Side
Lakeview bathroom remodels, condo by condo
What should a Lakeview condo owner sort out with the association before remodeling a bathroom?
A lot of Lakeview homeowners live in condos — vintage courtyard buildings, converted two- and three-flats and newer mid-rises. That makes the association as important to your timeline as the tile shop.
Housing you'll commonly see
Vintage courtyard buildings and converted multi-flats are common here, and their bathrooms tend to be compact with a tub-shower along the short wall. Every property is different, so treat this as context rather than a description of your home.
Approvals first
Ask your board for alteration rules, insurance requirements and work hours. Changes affecting shared plumbing typically need more review than a finish refresh.
Small footprint, smart choices
In a five-by-seven room, a tub-to-shower conversion, recessed medicine cabinet and floating vanity can change how the space feels without moving a single drain.
Can I convert the tub in my vintage condo to a walk-in shower?
Often, yes, but in vintage buildings the drain may be set into older construction and the unit below is directly affected. A contractor and your association should both weigh in.
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