Various New York laws require landlords to post specific signs and notices for tenants. These include the Housing Maintenance Code (part of the NYC Administrative Code), the Multiple Dwelling Law, and the Rules of the City of New York. As…
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., with children representing more than half of dog bite…
Illegal basement apartments are among the most common infractions here in New York. Based on our site traffic, many building owners and tenants have questions about the legality of basement apartments. Following are frequently asked questions concerning these subterranean spaces.…
The best way to save money on insurance is to lower your risk profile and avoid claims. In addition to the practices covered in our article on building a property profile, these safety tips can help managers of apartment, co-op…
The sidewalks around your building may belong to New York City. But the responsibility for maintenance and sidewalk liability belong to you. In fact, underwriters report that sidewalk-related injuries are the leading liability claim against New York City landlords. We’ve…
Steadily falling temperatures confirm that winter is indeed coming to the Big Apple. As beautiful as New York City looks with a fresh coat of snow, the New York City Department of Sanitation has very strict rules when it comes…
Don’t learn the hard way about NYC snow removal rules or insurance liability limits. Even with global warming, residents of the New York City area see their fair share of snow each year. For New York City apartment building owners,…
Building owners (or their tenants/lessees) in New York City are required to clear their sidewalks of snow and ice. The deadline depends on when the snowfall ends. Winter weather has finally arrived here in New York City. That means snow…
Falling temperatures herald the holiday season, but winter weather also brings a new set of risks, including slips and falls, burst pipes, and space heater fires. Use this handy winter checklist for landlords to protect your residents and your property…
With mold exposure linked to several adverse health effects and symptoms, mold prevention is essential for maintaining a healthy indoor environment. In fact, horror stories abound of people who have been forced from their homes because of toxic mold. The…