A three-year plan is renewing the parts of the James Monroe you rely on every day: the roof over your head, the balconies and terraces, and the systems behind the walls.
2025–2027 capital planWeekly update
This week
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Heads up
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Coming up
Meetings and your vote
The capital plan
Three years, three big jobs
The Board adopted a 2025–2027 plan to protect the building envelope. Each year focuses on one part of the exterior.
2025Full roof replacement and the first balcony repairs
2026Balcony repairs line by line: 6- and 9-lines finished this fall
2027North-side balconies in spring; terraces, timing under Board review
Complete
A brand-new roof
The full roof replacement was completed in 2025, under independent engineering oversight. It protects the top floors and the equipment rooms on the roof level for decades to come.
2025completed
100%of the roof replaced
In progress · 2026
Balcony repairs, line by line
Contractors repair concrete, railings and waterproofing one vertical line of balconies at a time. If your line is next, here is what to expect.
Advance notice
You will get a BuildingLink notice with your line and dates before work starts.
Clear your balcony
Remove furniture, plants, grills and stored items before the start date.
Weekday work hours
Noisy work happens on weekdays during the day. Expect drilling while your line is active.
Access when needed
Crews may need brief access through your unit. Keep your KeyLink key current.
Under review · 2027
All 12 terraces, waterproofed
In 2027 the plan turns to the building’s terraces: structural repairs and new waterproofing to stop leaks into the units below. Terrace owners will hear from the Management Office well before work begins.
12terraces
2027timing under Board review
Recent upgrades
What’s already been renewed
2022–2023
Elevators modernized
Otis modernization for smoother, more reliable rides.
2023
New hot-water plant
Old boilers replaced with a new domestic hot-water system.
2025
Laundry rooms renovated
Laundry room repairs and renovation completed.
2025
New roof
Full roof replacement under independent engineering oversight.
2025
First balcony lines
The 14-line and 02-line balconies were repaired.
2023
Amazon Hub lockers
A dedicated locker room for 24/7 package pickup.
2026 · New requirement
A water safety program for the building
New Jersey now requires large residential buildings to run a Water Management Program that keeps the hot-water system at safe temperatures and prevents bacteria growth. The James Monroe’s plan was developed in 2026.
Hot water at safe temperatures
Sensors on the hot-water loops are monitored around the clock.
Occasional flushing
You may see staff flushing taps in common areas. This is routine.
Tell us about problems
If your hot water is lukewarm or rusty, report it to the Front Desk.
On the drawing board
Lobby, front desk and security
A new concierge desk
A redesigned front desk is being planned for the lobby, with better space for package handling.
Security camera network
The camera network between the package room and IT closet is being upgraded for reliability.
Resident Lounge refresh
Ideas for making the Resident Lounge more welcoming are under review.
These projects are in planning. Details and timing will be shared at open Board meetings.
Stay informed
You’ll always get notice before work reaches your floor.
BuildingLink notices
Dates, affected lines and floors, and what you need to do.
Open Board meetings
Project updates and Q&A every month on Zoom.
This website
The home page and this presentation are updated as work progresses.
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