NEW YORK CITY—Multifamily is still king in New York and New Jersey. In this exclusive interview with Kenneth Sisk, PE, a national client manager at Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. and GlobeSt.com Thought Leader, explains what challenges face the prospective the developer.

As Sisk sees it, the multifamily sector is being nudged along by a renewed demographic interest. But the area can support the projects coming online. He takes a look at the demand and regulatory environments, and how the mayorship of Bill de Blasio has encouraged development in the city.

Also discussed in the video:

• Which types of development are seeing interest besides multifamily.
• What potential speed bumps can be encountered in repurposing or adaptive re-use.
• How a multidisciplinary firm can streamline development.
• The programs are available in the region to assist in meeting the desire for energy conservation.