Basement apartments in New York City have received extensive press as a potential solution to relieve the city’s ongoing housing crisis. These subterranean spaces appeal to many tenant groups for a range of reasons. Private entrances translate into greater privacy…
New York City requires property owners to maintain the sidewalks adjacent to their properties. This requirement generally comes down to snow removal and sidewalk repair. Sidewalk violations The Department of Transportation (DOT) has oversight over New York City's 12,750 miles…
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) will launch curbside composting for all Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island residents the week of October 6, 2024. Already available throughout Brooklyn and Queens, compost collection will now be required for New…
New York City’s Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) requires annual property registration by owners of residential buildings that meet the following requirements: Multiple dwelling (3 or more residential units) Private dwelling (1-2 residential units) not occupied by the…
For properties with three or more units, New York City law requires that building owners install and maintain window guards for apartments where a child age 10 years or younger lives. Every window in the apartment, except those leading to…
New York City's mandatory composting requirement, which went into effect earlier this month, has received extensive news coverage. The city also offers additional programs to help residents recycle unwanted items, including e-waste and clothing. Owners of buildings with 10 or…
Landlords in New York City have specific responsibilities for protecting tenants from lead paint hazards. Local Law 1 of 2004, also known as the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act, outlines these requirements, which apply to multiple dwelling units that were…
Man’s best friend doesn’t always act so friendly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the U.S. More than half of dog bite victims are children,…
An emergency can strike at any time, whether it’s a natural disaster, a gas line explosion, or something else. The time to review your disaster response plan is before an unforeseen event happens. Keep in mind that New York City…
New York City’s Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) recently released the 2024 version of its housing information guide, The ABCs of Housing. The biggest change: There are now two versions, one for building owners and one for tenants…