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General Planning Guide

Cost Estimates

A straightforward guide to the typical cost of common residential and commercial projects in New York City. Use these ranges to understand the general scale of a project before requesting a project-specific estimate.

For general understanding only. These figures are broad NYC planning ranges, not quotes from Parikh Architectural P.C. Construction prices and professional fees vary by property, scope, existing conditions, materials, code requirements, agency review, and contractor. Prices may vary.
Architectural / ProfessionalApproximate design, documentation, filing, and professional-service range — the scope of work an architect provides. Varies by project.
Construction CostApproximate cost to physically build, renovate, alter, or expand the property. Paid to a contractor, not the architect.
Planning TotalConstruction plus the architectural/professional range shown here. Other project costs may be additional.

Residential Projects

Project TypeArchitectural / ProfessionalConstruction CostPlanning Total
Small Renovation
Limited interior remodeling, partitions, finishes, fixture changes, and minor plumbing or electrical work.
$5,000–$12,000$50,000–$100,000$55,000–$112,000
Interior Renovation
Larger interior alteration without expanding the building footprint, including kitchens, bathrooms, partitions, and systems.
$5,000–$20,000+$50,000–$150,000+$55,000–$170,000+
Bathroom Addition / Renovation
New or renovated bathroom, including plumbing, fixtures, tile, ventilation, and related electrical work.
$3,000–$8,000+$25,000–$60,000+$28,000–$68,000+
Cellar / Basement Conversion
Finishing or converting below-grade space, potentially including waterproofing, egress, bathroom, plumbing, and code work.
$6,000–$15,000+$40,000–$120,000+$46,000–$135,000+
Roof / Dormer / Attic Work
Dormers, attic enlargement, skylights, roof reconstruction, structural changes, and related interior work.
$6,000–$18,000+$50,000–$150,000+$56,000–$168,000+
Porch / Terrace / Balcony
New or altered exterior structures such as porches, terraces, balconies, exterior stairs, and related masonry or structural work.
$3,000–$12,000+$20,000–$100,000+$23,000–$112,000+
Horizontal Addition
Rear or side extension requiring new foundation, framing, exterior work, and interior tie-in to the existing home.
$12,000–$35,000+$100,000–$250,000+$112,000–$285,000+
Vertical / Second-Floor Addition
New floor area above the existing structure, typically involving roof removal, structural framing, stairs, systems, and finishes.
$15,000–$45,000+$150,000–$350,000+$165,000–$395,000+
1-Family → 2-Family Conversion
Legal dwelling-unit conversion with required plumbing, egress, interior alterations, code compliance, and related DOB work.
$10,000–$30,000+$100,000–$250,000+$110,000–$280,000+
Horizontal + Vertical Addition
Combined footprint expansion and additional floor area, often including substantial structural, roofing, mechanical, and interior work.
$25,000–$60,000+$250,000–$500,000+$275,000–$560,000+
Major Addition / Reconstruction
Large-scale residential alteration or reconstruction involving extensive structural, mechanical, interior, and exterior work.
$30,000–$75,000+$300,000–$650,000+$330,000–$725,000+

* Ranges are broad planning estimates. Actual pricing is determined by the project's scope and requirements.

Commercial Projects

Project TypeArchitectural / ProfessionalConstruction CostPlanning Total
Small Commercial / Storefront Renovation
Interior partitions, storefront work, plumbing, HVAC, finishes, and related DOB or agency coordination.
$12,000–$40,000+$100,000–$350,000+$112,000–$390,000+
Change of Use / Occupancy
Conversion to a different occupancy or use requiring zoning, code, egress, and agency review.
$15,000–$40,000+$100,000–$300,000+$115,000–$340,000+

* Ranges are broad planning estimates. Actual pricing is determined by the project's scope and requirements.

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* Important: All figures are general estimates for preliminary planning and understanding only. They are not a bid, quote, contract offer, or guarantee from Parikh Architectural P.C. Construction costs and professional fees can vary substantially. The planning totals do not include every possible project expense. Structural engineering, surveying, expediting, special inspections, filing and permit fees, utility work, asbestos-related requirements, consultants, contractor overhead, and other third-party or agency costs may be additional. Historical DOB construction valuations, where applicable, should not be treated as current construction prices. Final pricing is determined only after the project scope and existing conditions are reviewed.

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