Introduction
Skye Ruozzi is a New York State Licensed Architect specializing exclusively in the complexities of New York City's Loft Law. Her practice is dedicated to navigating the intricate intersection of architecture, building code, and the legal framework of Article 7-B of the Multiple Dwelling Law for Interim Multiple Dwellings (IMDs).
Skye provides the critical architectural expertise that building owners, tenants, and their legal counsel rely on to secure legal occupancy, achieve compliance, and resolve disputes. She doesn't just interpret the law; she translates it into buildable, compliant architectural solutions.
A Specialist, Not a Generalist
While many architects understand the NYC Building Code, few possess the deep, focused knowledge required for the Loft Law. This niche demands an understanding of the specific procedures of the NYC Loft Board, the nuanced requirements of the Department of Buildings for IMDs, and a problem-solving mindset for the unique challenges of converting commercial and manufacturing buildings.
Skye’s practice is built on this specialized foundation. She offers clarity and direction in a process often seen as opaque and overwhelming.
Architectural Services:
Comprehensive Approach
Skye’s work encompasses the full spectrum of Loft Law architectural needs, ensuring her clients have a dedicated expert at every stage.
For Building Owners: She guides owners through the complete Loft Legalization & IMD Compliance process, from initial feasibility studies and Alteration Type-1 filings to the final Certificate of Occupancy.
For Tenants: She provides expert Narrative Statement Representation, serving as the architectural advocate for tenants before the Loft Board to establish and protect their legal residency rights.
For Complex Challenges: She specializes in Alternate Plan Design & Filing, creating and securing approval for innovative, code-compliant solutions when standard approaches are not feasible.
Beyond these core services, her expertise extends to pre-purchase consultations for investors, windowing analysis, and serving as an expert witness in loft-related litigation.
Why Choose Skye?
Deep Niche Mastery: Her practice is 100% focused on Loft Law, offering a level of expertise generalist firms cannot match.
A Bridge Between Law and Design: She fluently translates legal mandates from the Loft Board and DOB into practical, executable architectural plans.
A Tenacious Advocate: Whether representing a tenant's home or an owner's investment, Skye provides assertive, knowledgeable, and dedicated representation.
Let's Work Together
If you are facing a loft legalization challenge, a residency dispute, or simply need to understand the architectural path forward for an IMD building, having Skye Ruozzi on your team is not just an advantage, it is a necessity.