Tyburg, it's simple, rob should contemplate a move to Detroit! Lots of city grit and concrete, and he can pick up a house for $100! :)

rob, forgive me, but I couldn't resist!

Posted by: bren at October 8, 2009 11:52 AM in response to Corn Porn in BoCoCa

"rob" check this out... maybe some forward thinking folks can bring Detroit back as has happened in many areas over time.

http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20090823/FREE/308239972#

Posted by: bren at October 8, 2009 11:40 AM in response to Affordable Housing: Promises vs. Reality

"I have to do it myself at when coming from Eastern Parkway to get to Prospect Park West, and theres only a short stretch to do it in. If one doesn't cut across it'll be Chevy Chase on his London roundabout a la National Lampoon's European Vacation."

Posted by: dittoburg at October 8, 2009 10:54 AM

I chuckled at this one, but dittoburg you're so right, coming from Eastern Pkway and trying to get to PPW can
be daunting!

Posted by: bren at October 8, 2009 11:30 AM in response to Collision at Grand Army

The pigeons, squirrels and rats should have a field-day!
Silliest idea.

Posted by: bren at October 8, 2009 11:19 AM in response to Corn Porn in BoCoCa

http://www.nyc.gov/html/fdny/html/safety/barbeque.shtml

Check out this link as it specifies the exact rules pertaining to all kinds of grill installations and rules.

Posted by: bren at October 8, 2009 11:07 AM in response to BBQ on the Roof

Insert Snappy Name Here, you spoke for me!
Ridiculous to accept horrendous noise levels because
it's "the city"... contact your CB.

Posted by: bren at September 28, 2009 4:54 PM in response to Noise Recourse?

certain sections of WT experienced brown water yesterday...
sometimes the Fire Department performs hydrant checks in different neighborhoods and the water temporarily is
discolored, disgusting to look at but safe.

Posted by: bren at September 19, 2009 4:48 PM in response to Inquiry from my parents tenants

Never cared for the Grecian Corner either... it was pretty gross... and I also love a good coffee shop / luncheonette.

Posted by: bren at September 11, 2009 4:59 PM in response to Grecian Corner Closed for Good?

Where has common sense gone... it's not too common anymore I guess...
I raised a child in an apartment over another family, and
running and jumping was not an acceptable form of entertainment indoors...

It's a parents responsibility to set some limits and to gear their children into quiet activities when they're inside... allowing kids to run amok in an apartment is just a sign of lazy parenting... how will the kids learn consideration of the rights of others if the parents don't
take the time to explain why it's not a good idea to run indoors, it "disturbs our neighbors" "you can get hurt" "indoors we have quiet fun, outdoors we can run and jump"... give it a try folks, it really works!

Arghhhhhhhhhh...

Posted by: bren at September 9, 2009 9:16 PM in response to Running Child Upstairs

Dave, thanks for sharing the "before" and "after" pics...
just so aesthetically pleasing to the eye! Enjoy!

Posted by: bren at August 14, 2009 11:11 AM in response to DIBS Refinishes His Facade

Sounds lovely.... downside, expect seasonal 'skeeters, so make sure your screens are in good shape, the upside, fireflies on dark Summer evenings...

Posted by: bren at August 6, 2009 11:44 AM in response to Garden Apartments & Pests

don't worry, after ahile the good old NYC soot will tone down the brickwork... I really like the enclosed balconies... the clock at the top gives me the giggles!

Posted by: bren at August 6, 2009 11:25 AM in response to Aesthetically-Challenged on Columbia Street

Well, I really love the convenience of the small
Post Office on PPW in Windsor Terrace, and I'm very pleased that it won't be closing... and yes, around the holidays the lines can be daunting, but it's a nice time to catch a chat with neighbors I haven't seen in a bit. :)

Posted by: bren at August 5, 2009 10:21 AM in response to Brooklyn Spared In Great Post Office Purge of 2009

Thanks for sharing your upbeat story... quite refreshing.

Posted by: bren at July 23, 2009 2:12 PM in response to The Whistler of First Street

The FDNY must have regulations concerning a tent of that size being so close to property lines... it sounds very dangerous and could present a fire hazard.

Perhaps a call of concern to the FDNY might get them out there to checkout the situation.

Posted by: bren at July 15, 2009 10:08 AM in response to Neighbor's Huge Tent

$34,000 to $48,000, pre-war buildings, beautifully kept... if you're patient! :)

Posted by: bren at July 14, 2009 5:35 PM in response to PACC Cuts Ribbon at 566 Gates Avenue

"Rob" if you're truly interested in getting on a waiting list for an affordable co-op ( income can't exceed $47,000 for a one bedroom floor-through unit ) please contact me
at brenkiw@aol.com

Our co-op is located in Windsor Terrace, right off of PPW...
we have seven buildings, 51 units, comprised of 1, 2, & 3
bedroom units...

Posted by: bren at July 14, 2009 5:16 PM in response to PACC Cuts Ribbon at 566 Gates Avenue

Bklynsofar, that was a hoot and about sums it up! :)

Posted by: bren at July 10, 2009 11:09 AM in response to Basil Thief on the Loose in Carroll Gardens

Definiitely paint and have the floors sanded before you move in... it's affordable and really will give your new home a visual lift... then wait awhile, save, and do the kitchen and bathroom reno later on.

Posted by: bren at July 9, 2009 6:00 PM in response to Renovation finance 101

Biff, oh Biff! "Imbasils" indeed! :)))))

Posted by: bren at July 9, 2009 5:53 PM in response to Basil Thief on the Loose in Carroll Gardens

Hee hahahahaha... too much silly fun... just arrived home to catch up... clever, clever group!

Posted by: bren at July 9, 2009 5:51 PM in response to Basil Thief on the Loose in Carroll Gardens

dittoburg and sam have joined in... ah, wit, the herb that seasons the bland daily palaver.

Posted by: bren at July 9, 2009 11:42 AM in response to Basil Thief on the Loose in Carroll Gardens

Dave that's too funny, and followed up by Slopefarm's humor.. I love it!

Anyhow, I have a big pot of Basil in my front yard and passers-by pinch it back, as a result the Basil is thriving.

"The children are quite disturbed" arrghhhhhhh... those kids must be having an awfully boring Summer if that's what's disturbing them! :)

Posted by: bren at July 9, 2009 11:39 AM in response to Basil Thief on the Loose in Carroll Gardens

"I've seen feral babies do this too."

I had a good laugh with that one! unfortunately, I have had a few stinkers pull up my "pweddy fwowers" ! :)

Posted by: bren at July 3, 2009 7:50 PM in response to Window Garden Predator?

It's not rats, the little critters doing the digging in your window boxes are squirrels... they bury their acorns
in the dirt, at least that's what I see them doing in my planters.

I have tried everything, but can't seem to find anything safe or effective to keep the cute furry critters out.

I'll tune in later to see if anyone has any good ideas!

Posted by: bren at July 2, 2009 11:01 AM in response to Window Garden Predator?

How frightening... I'm glad that you're okay!

Posted by: bren at July 1, 2009 9:45 AM in response to Lost and Found? (Red Moleskine)

Take the $300 and drop it... all's well now? sink,tub
and toilet back in place? landlord cleaned the mess up?
Move forward!

Posted by: bren at June 29, 2009 10:52 AM in response to Withholding Rent?

Perhaps I'm missing something... but that building just looks plain awful next to the buildings in the immediate
area...

Posted by: bren at June 17, 2009 4:49 PM in response to Development Watch: 31 Kosciusko All Glassed Up

I have to admit, I thought something similar Crooklyn.

Posted by: bren at June 16, 2009 6:30 PM in response to Development Watch: 28 Quincy Gets Glassy

I just love the artwork! Thanks for the pic..
Put a big old smile on my face!

Posted by: bren at June 16, 2009 6:27 PM in response to Tuesday Blogwrap

How could anyone complain... the Byrne concert was absolutely fabulous.. what a night!

The Gala seats are for folks who are basically helping to support the Summer concert program... their large donations make it possible to get performers like Dylan and David Byrne practically "for free" for all the rest of us.

Posted by: bren at June 10, 2009 11:47 AM in response to Pay Concerts in Prospect Park

Well deserved vacation!
Have a beautiful and restful holiday.

Posted by: bren at May 21, 2009 5:37 PM in response to Closing Bell: Amalfi Coast, Here We Come

The work appears to be "in progress" .... even the railings on the front stoop are missing, so the stoop must have been rebuilt as well.

I wouldn't call out the facade critics so quickly... I seem to remember another article where some poor soul was lambasted for painting his facade white, or "some such" when in fact that wasn't what was going on at all.

Posted by: bren at May 15, 2009 10:31 AM in response to Horror Show Friday: Mutant Facade Repair

I agree with eman1234, there's probably a temporary
certificate of occupancy in place.

Posted by: bren at May 12, 2009 10:50 AM in response to Illegal at 110 4 Ave?

I would also suggest Animal Kind on 11th Street and 7th Avenue ... wonderful vets there.

My husband and son have gone to the barber on PPW for years, close by Connecticut Muffin and Bartel Pritchard Square... decent haircut and reasonable prices.

Welcome!

Posted by: bren at May 12, 2009 10:45 AM in response to Newbie

I totally agree with Montrose Morris...
3 floors in a townhouse... OP, you're getting a fair deal.

Posted by: bren at May 1, 2009 11:51 AM in response to what does a house keeper cost?

The mod building has the feel of a mausoleum for vampires...
and the other, well, it's just plain tacky.

Posted by: bren at May 1, 2009 11:19 AM in response to Time Puts Its Stamp on South 4th Street

Perhaps this link to FDNY will answer some of your questions... has good suggestions for keeping the area safe.

http://www.nyc.gov/html/fdny/html/safety/barbeque.shtml

I say, exercise good common sense, have a source of water close by in case of emergency, and try to make sure that the
smoke isn't blowing into your neighbor's apartments, and enjoy! :)

Posted by: bren at April 24, 2009 8:38 PM in response to Front yard grilling etiquette

I would suggest having an intercom and buzzer installed...
I can't imagine how inconvenient it would be to have to trek downstairs to let family or company in.

It's your home certainly, but the tenant also has rights...
is he elderly?

I know mine won't be a popular suggestion but it seems
the installation of a simple buzzer and intercom system would solve the problem.

Posted by: bren at April 2, 2009 6:25 PM in response to Problem With RC Tenant

If your car is still double-parked after the street cleaning
time limit, 8:30am to 10:00am, then the agents will come back and ticket your car... 10:05am and you're toast.

Posted by: bren at March 27, 2009 11:13 AM in response to Ticketed for Double Parking

check out http://www.rentometer.com/

Posted by: bren at March 24, 2009 10:58 AM in response to Renegotiating Rent in PK Slope

Absolutely correct wasder!

Posted by: bren at March 6, 2009 12:14 PM in response to Unemployment Rate Hits 25-Year High

We had the most awful experience at that repair atation when our car didn't start...
we refused their outlandish over-charged repair services and had our car towed by AAA out of there... turned out to be a minor problem that cost next to nothing, and that repair station gave an estimate for the work at close to $1,000... we filed a complaint with AAA.

BEWARE!

Posted by: bren at February 24, 2009 10:39 AM in response to Atlantic Avenue Shell Station to Re-Open by May?

Ah yes the old laundromat... I also can remember lugging the wash, and my 3 yr. old son over there back in the mid-70's.

I lived on 12th St tween' 8th and PPW at the time.

Posted by: bren at February 20, 2009 10:01 AM in response to Thursday Blogwrap

A "tramp stamp" is a tattoo. usually right over the crack of the arse...

Posted by: bren at February 12, 2009 10:31 AM in response to Open Thread

Thank you bxgrl and cmu... I'm in total agreement.

Posted by: bren at February 4, 2009 10:46 AM in response to 2 Fam purchase, estoppel letter

It does appear to be on fire... jeeze...

Posted by: bren at February 3, 2009 5:16 PM in response to Closing Bell: Why is There Sand Being Dumped on the Pier?

It could possibly be rain, or snow melting and finding it's way down from the roof through your walls.

Posted by: bren at February 3, 2009 5:11 PM in response to Water Dripping Sound in the Wall

It coulo possibly be rain, or snow melting and finding it's way down from the roof through your walls.

Posted by: bren at February 3, 2009 5:11 PM in response to Water Dripping Sound in the Wall

"ts like the people families who moved to Ludlow St in the LES in the past few years and then bitch about noise"

???? No families move to Ludlow. Families have been here for 40 years and then have every single business around them turn into a bar or nightclub. Places like Club LIBATION have no business being on Ludlow. 3 floors of thunderous bass. This bar is notorious for serving alcohol to underage patrons.

Posted by: Blaut at October 10, 2009 11:45 PM in response to Noise Recourse?

"ts like the people families who moved to Ludlow St in the LES in the past few years and then bitch about noise"

???? No families move to Ludlow. Families have been here for 40 years and then have every single business around them turn into a bar or nightclub. Places like Club LIBATION have no business being on Ludlow. 3 floors of thunderous bass. This bar is notorious for serving alcohol to underage patrons.

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