If viable, who wouldn’t want a roof deck or a balcony on their property in New York? An outdoor oasis for co-ops or apartment owners high above the craziness below. Added value for commercial building owners with a roof terrace, green roof, or balcony on a setback. But will the existing building structure support it?
CANY are the first people to consult to see if an idea will work, either by redeveloping the existing structure, adapting what’s there, or having a complete re-think. We understand buildings, figuring out how they were originally built and what’s required to bring them up to the demands of modern-day life. Our Roof Deck Analysis service will help you optimize your outdoor space.
Our engineering team will determine the load, the structural demands to support people, planting and the paraphernalia associated with outdoor living. We understand the building codes and engineering requirements to make a safe, occupiable space. Whether a balcony for a single family, an environmentally beneficial green roof, or roof terrace for an entire office block needing space for an assembly point or time-out zone.
Roof deck analysis is all about balance. Assessing the required capacity, the structural load capability, the interplay of the dead and live load and what needs to be achieved. That requires thorough structural investigation, including each steel, concrete or wood supporting member, to determine if the system can support the desired space. Decisions around next steps follow, and numbers calculated to see what’s attainable.
CANY will work with you to maximize opportunities to create the safe outdoor space you want, navigate the complexities of the build and the building codes, enhancing the life of the building and positively contributing to the built environment of New York City.
If you would like advice on the viability of a potential outdoor space, contact Joe Badolato, Chief Strategy Officer, jbadolato@cany.com .
