Do you give your neighbors "renovation gifts"?

[Chris L.]

I've heard that when you renovate your apartment/coop/other unit in close proximity to neighbors, you should write a letter to notify neighbors. Some people go so far as sending gifts, as suggested in this article from Brick Underground. Is this just a NYC thing? Have any of you done this?

[J Scott]

We'll typically offer to do some work for our neighbors, specifically things that will help our resale value.  For example, we'll do some basic landscaping, trim trees, fix damaged siding, haul away debris, paint a front porch/door, etc.

They are happy with us and we get an easier sale...