North Shore Towers Restoration

Scope

North Shore Towers comprises three of the tallest structures in Queens. Rising well above the surrounding area, each tower is 34 floors and constructed on the highest point in the county. EDG was retained by North Shore Towers to conduct Local Law 11 inspections and reporting for the 110-acre community complex. Constructed in the 1970’s, the team discovered that all 2,352 balconies were in need of repair and set forth documenting conditions for restoration.

Approach

EDG initiated the large-scale project with comprehensive due diligence, reviewing all available records and site conditions. Running the project efficiently to reduce costs and limit disruption to tenants, the team emphasized tight coordination with team members, contractors, DOB, and North Shore Towers. Each of the towers required 69 scaffold drops and 2-3 drops per location, totaling approximately 500 drops. The restoration includes repairs to concrete balconies, eyebrows, minor brickwork, and railing installation. Due to the sheer size of the undertaking, it was critical to maintain precise tracking of documentation, DOB filings, and material quantities – all of which EDG managed through advanced on-site technology.

Impact

The comprehensive restorations improved safety and saved on long-term costs for the luxury community complex.

Vice President of Greenthal Property Sales, Linda D. Rappaport remarked, “As the main broker for the North Shore Towers and a resident myself, I’m grateful for the work EDG did on the building façades. Throughout the project, even when they were working on my own high-rise terrace, the team was conscientious, timely, and professional. The restored balconies and facades look great and better represent the ‘luxury community’ essence of our residences.”

Year Completed: 2018

Construction Cost: $10 Million