Apartment Improvement Program
Options and Costs
Under the “Apartment Improvement Program”-- a new pilot that will initially run through the 2014/15, 2015/16
and 2016/17 academic years -- eligible1 Tenants in NYU-owned housing may elect one or more improvements to
their apartment.
The Improvement Options from which Tenants may choose are pictured herein. Please refer to the accompanying
document “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions” for more information about
participation in the Program.
Please note that this is a pilot program that will be tested over an initial three-year period. NYU reserves the right
to make adjustments throughout the pilot as it deems in the best interests of Tenants and the University based on
experience gained during the pilot. Additionally, as with any new program, there may be “bugs” to be worked out;
we appreciate the patience and understanding of our tenants.
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Please refer to “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions” for eligibility requirements and other
important information about participation in the Program.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Apartment Repainting: Repainting all or a portion of the
apartment as requested by Tenant with option of one
color.
Total cost: Not applicable
Option A color: Benjamin Moore Decorators White
Option B color: Benjamin Moore China White
Option C color: Benjamin Moore Linen White
There will be a nominal charge of $500 per custom color (So, for example, if three custom
colors are selected for different rooms in the apartment, resident will pay $1,500). This
charge covers the additional labor cost of procurement, the additional disposable materials
for application, and the cost of disposing of leftover paint in an environmentally--responsible
manner.
Custom colors may be selected from Benjamin Moore Regal Classic Premium Interior
Paint only. Paint finish will be semi-gloss for kitchens and bathrooms; all other rooms will be in
matte or eggshell finish as determined by the painting contractor based on wall condition to
achieve the best outcome. A small quantity of leftover paint will be left with the tenant by
request to enable them to do their own touch-ups between tri-annual re-paintings.
Tenant is responsible for moving all furniture and other items away from walls, and removal of
nails, picture hooks, etc., to prepare walls for painting, and replacement of same.
We strongly recommend avoiding intense or dark colors. We reserve the right to disapprove of
any color that may require excessive labor to apply to achieve a quality result or that may be
excessively difficult to restore upon tenant's vacancy of the apartment.
Tenant accepts full responsibility for their color selection. The University will not be required to
re-paint before the next tri-annual painting for the purpose of correcting tenant's color
selection(s).
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 1: New stainless steel sink and chrome faucet with
option of countertop material (Option 1 does not include ceramic
tile backsplash)
Total cost if selected as
an additional
improvement:
$6,000
If selected as an additional improvement to be funded by
Tenant, Tenant2 pays:
NYU Affiliated Tenant:
$200/month for 30 months
Non-Affiliated Tenant:
$100/month
permanently added to
rent
Option A for countertop material:
Caesarstone – Ice Snow
Option B for countertop material:
Caesarstone – Cement
Option C for countertop material:
Stonesource Granite - Beige
Tenant is responsible for removal of all items from cabinets and drawers below countertop and
all items on top of counter.
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Please see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 2: New option of vinyl floor overlay with new whitepainted MDF baseboard in kitchen
Total cost if selected as
an additional
improvement:
$2,000
If selected as an additional improvement to be funded
by Tenant3 , Tenant pays:
NYU Affiliated Tenant:
$66.66/month for 30
months
Non-Affiliated Tenant:
$33.33/month
permanently added to
rent
Option A for vinyl flooring material:
Shaw Tile, Crete Series – Sunset Color
Option B for vinyl flooring material:
Shaw Tile, Crete Series – Slate Color
Option C for vinyl flooring material:
Shaw Tile, Crete Series – Smoke Color
Tenant is responsible for removing all items from floor.
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Please see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 3: New stainless steel appliances to replace existing
appliances (please note that exact model and size may vary as
needed to fit specific apartment conditions)
Total cost if selected as an
additional improvement:
$3,000 - $5,000, depending
on the number of existing
appliances to be upgraded
If selected as an additional improvement to be funded by
Tenant4 , Tenant pays:
NYU Affiliated Tenant:
$100/month $166.66/month, depending
on number of appliances, for
30 months
Non-Affiliated Tenant:
$50/month - $83.33/month,
depending on number of
appliances, permanently
added to rent
Tenant is responsible for removing all food items from refrigerator and freezer.
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Please see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 4: New option of ceramic tile backsplash in kitchen
(faucet not included in this option)
Total cost if selected as an
additional improvement:
$1,500
If selected as an additional improvement to be funded
by Tenant5 , Tenant pays:
NYU Affiliated Tenant:
$50/month for 30 months
Non-Affiliated Tenant:
$25/month permanently
added to rent
Option A Ceramic Tile:
Olympia Tile 3”x6”, White Glossy Finish
Option B Ceramic Tile:
Olympia Tile, Allure Series, Taupe Linear Mosaic
Option C Ceramic Tile:
Olympia Tile 6”x24”, Casa Collection Avorio
Tenant is responsible for removing all items on countertop in front of area to be tiled.
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Please see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 5: New toilet, sink, vanity, faucet, towel bar
and toilet paper holder in one bathroom with option of
design styles pictured below
Total cost if selected as an
additional improvement:
$5,500
If selected as an additional improvement to be funded by
Tenant6 , Tenant pays:
Non-Affiliated Tenant:
$91.66/month permanently
added to rent
Option C
Option B
Option A
NYU Affiliated Tenant:
$183.33/month for 30
months
Tenant is responsible for removing all items in bathroom and bathroom cabinets.
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Please see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 6: New porcelain tile floor overlay in one
bathroom (toilet and vanity not included)
Total cost if selected as an
additional improvement:
$5,300
If selected as an additional improvement to be funded by
Tenant7 , Tenant pays:
NYU Affiliated Tenant:
$176.66/month for 30 months
Non-Affiliated Tenant:
$88.33/month
permanently added to
rent
Option A Porcelain Tile:
Olympia Tile, Cork Series – Black 12”x24”
Option B Porcelain Tile:
Olympia Tile, Allure Series – Taupe 12”x24”
Option C Porcelain Tile:
Olympia Tile, Oxy Series – Bright Grey 12”x24”
Tenant is responsible for removing all items from bathroom floor.
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Please see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 7: Clean and buff wood floors throughout
apartment (Improvement 7 is available only to NYU-Affiliated Tenants;
please see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions,
question #22 for more information)
Total cost if selected as an
additional improvement:
$750 - $1,750, depending
on apartment size
If selected as an additional improvement to be
funded by Tenant8, Tenant pays:
Studio
1 BR
2 BR
3 BR
4 BR
$750
$1000
$1250
$1500
$1750
$25/mo
$33.33/mo
$41.66/mo
$50/mo
$58.33/m
o
Tenant is responsible for removing items from floor, including area rugs, small furnishings,
accessories, etc. Large furnishings will be moved by Contractor to the extent feasible to clean
and buff floors underneath, or will work around large items that cannot be moved.
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Please
see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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Improvement 8: Fabuwood Cabinetry with Shaker style
doors in solid maple, dovetail construction with white or
natural finish. Cabinet hardware will be stainless steel bar
pulls.
Total cost if selected as an
additional improvement:
$235/linear foot
This cost includes cabinets and hardware, delivery and installation, wall preparation as needed,
and any custom trim required to fill gaps. This cost does not include a new counter top; please
give consideration to selection of a new counter top in conjunction with selection of new
cabinets. If you do not select a new counter top under the Apartment Improvement Program,
a standard white laminate counter top will be provided at no cost.
The actual cost to replace the cabinets in your kitchen will be quoted after an on-site survey, at
which point you will be able to decide whether you wish to proceed with this option.
-- Tenant will be responsible for removing all items from cabinets to be replaced and reinstalling
items after installation.
-- If selected, replacement of all kitchen cabinets will be required; partial replacements will not
be permitted.
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Please
see “Apartment Improvement Program Frequently Asked Questions (questions #7, #8, #9) to learn about Tenantfunded improvements.
Apartment Improvement Program Options and Costs
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