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Disclaimer

Last updated: April 2026

1. General information only

The materials and tools provided on this website (the "Site"), including without limitation any text, articles, FAQs, guides, checklists, calculators, maps, timelines, summaries, or other resources (collectively, the "Content"), are provided for general informational purposes only. The Content is not intended to, and does not, constitute legal advice, architectural or engineering advice, zoning or land use advice, permit expediting advice, real estate or financial advice, or any other form of professional advice or services.

You should not rely on the Content as a substitute for obtaining advice from qualified professionals who are familiar with your particular facts, project, and the laws, codes, regulations, and agency practices that apply in your jurisdiction. You are solely responsible for evaluating the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of any information provided on or through this Site.

2. No professional relationship

Your use of this Site, including viewing or downloading the Content or using any interactive tools or forms, does not create a client, consultant, attorney-client, architect-client, engineer-client, or other professional relationship between you and us. No such relationship is formed unless and until we expressly agree in writing to be engaged for specific services pursuant to a separate written agreement, and all required conflict checks, engagement letters, and other onboarding steps are completed.

You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information obtained from this Site without seeking appropriate professional advice tailored to your particular circumstances from a qualified professional licensed or authorized in the relevant jurisdiction.

3. Jurisdictional issues and changes in law

We are based in New York, and portions of the Content may reference New York laws, codes, regulations, agency procedures, or practices. However, zoning, land use, building, permitting, and related rules vary widely by city, state, province, and country, and may change over time. References to particular authorities, agencies, or procedures (for example, departments of buildings, planning commissions, or zoning boards of appeals) are illustrative only and may not apply to your situation.

Laws, regulations, codes, agency policies, interpretations, and industry practices are frequently amended, reinterpreted, and updated. We do not undertake any obligation to update the Content to reflect subsequent changes in law or practice, and we make no representation, warranty, or guarantee that the Content is accurate, complete, up-to-date, or applicable to your specific location, project, or matter.

4. No reliance; use at your own risk

Any use of or reliance on the Site, the Content, or the results of any tools or features is strictly at your own risk. The Site and all Content and tools are provided "as is" and "as available," with all faults, and without any representations, warranties, or guarantees of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including without limitation any warranties of accuracy, completeness, timeliness, non-infringement, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or that the Site or any Content or tools will meet your requirements or achieve any particular result.

You understand and agree that any sample language, calculations, outputs, diagrams, timelines, or other tool results made available through the Site are illustrative, generalized, and necessarily incomplete. They may omit facts, assumptions, or constraints that are critical to your specific situation. You are solely responsible for verifying any information and for all decisions and actions you take or do not take in reliance on the Site, the Content, or any tool results.

5. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall we or our owners, members, partners, managers, employees, contractors, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, punitive, or other damages of any kind (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits or revenue, loss of data, loss of use, business interruption, loss of goodwill, construction delays, cost overruns, or loss of opportunity) arising out of or in any way related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site, the Content, or any tools or features, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Without limiting the foregoing, if a court of competent jurisdiction were to find us liable to you in connection with the Site notwithstanding the foregoing, then to the fullest extent permitted by law, our aggregate liability for all claims of any kind arising out of or related to the Site, the Content, and the tools shall not exceed one hundred U.S. dollars (US $100).

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by applicable law.

6. Third-party websites and resources

The Site may contain links to, or references to, third-party websites, content, or resources (collectively, "Third-Party Resources") for your convenience. We do not control, endorse, sponsor, or make any representations or warranties regarding any Third-Party Resources, and we are not responsible or liable for any information, materials, products, services, or other content available on or through any Third-Party Resources.

Following any link to, or using or relying on, any Third-Party Resources is at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of those third parties. Any references on the Site to third parties, their services, or their content do not constitute or imply any endorsement, recommendation, or affiliation.

7. User submissions and communications

Do not submit confidential, proprietary, or time-sensitive information through this Site or any contact forms on the Site. Submitting information through the Site, sending us an email, scheduling a call, or otherwise contacting us does not create a client, consultant, attorney-client, or other professional relationship, and such information may not be treated as confidential or privileged unless and until we have formally agreed in writing to represent or be engaged by you for a specific matter and have confirmed that we are able to do so under applicable law, professional rules, and internal policies.

If you choose to send us information through the Site, you do so at your own risk and you are responsible for ensuring that the information is accurate, lawful, and appropriate. We disclaim any responsibility for maintaining the confidentiality of information that you transmit to us through the Site in the absence of an existing written engagement agreement that expressly provides otherwise.

8. No offer; no guarantee of results

Nothing on this Site is intended to be, and shall not be construed as, an offer to provide services in any jurisdiction in which such an offer would be unlawful or in which we are not properly licensed, registered, or otherwise authorized to do business. We may decline to accept clients, engagements, or projects in any jurisdiction in our discretion.

Any descriptions of past projects, experiences, or outcomes are for illustrative purposes only and do not guarantee or predict any similar result in any other matter. Each project and situation is unique, and outcomes will depend on the specific facts, applicable law, agency discretion, and other factors beyond our control.

9. No waiver of rights

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of this Disclaimer shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. If any provision of this Disclaimer is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid or unenforceable provision shall be deemed modified so as to be valid and enforceable to the maximum extent permitted by law while most closely reflecting the original intent.

10. Governing law

To the extent permitted by law, this Disclaimer and any disputes arising out of or relating to the Site or the Content shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles, and, where applicable, the federal laws of the United States. You agree that any claims or proceedings arising out of or relating to the Site, the Content, or this Disclaimer shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York County, New York, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

11. Changes to this Disclaimer

We may update, modify, or replace this Disclaimer from time to time in our discretion. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this Disclaimer was last revised. Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Disclaimer. If you do not agree to the current version of this Disclaimer, you should not use the Site.