Summertime in the city conjures thoughts of picnics, sporting events, and lazy days at the beach. But the warm weather also brings more roaches and rodents, the most common unwanted inhabitants in New York City buildings. Recent legislation on bed bug…
Landlords can require tenants to be responsible for sidewalk winter conditions per the lease agreement, but be careful. Even if you don’t live in the building and delegate responsibilities for snow removal to a tenant, that doesn’t absolve you of…
You don’t discriminate against potential or current tenants. You’re careful to treat everyone equally. So why do you need Tenant Discrimination Insurance? Because your potential liability goes far beyond your own words and actions. In some cases, what one of…
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…
Whether out in public or around the home, slips, trips and falls are a common—and often preventable—source of injuries and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a combination of physical health factors, including poor balance…
Owners of residential apartment buildings in New York City have certain landlord responsibilities for maintenance and safety. Many of these responsibilities are outlined in multiple codes and laws, including the New York City Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) and New York…
While no one likes to think about lawsuits (except for perhaps litigation attorneys), they are a fact of life—one that association boards and property managers need to prepare for with directors and officers (D&O) liability insurance. Previous articles have addressed how…
What insurance does a landlord need? This article covers both basic landlord insurance and optional coverage you may want to consider. If you’re considering renting out your property and you’re not planning on living there, chances are, your homeowner’s insurance…
Insuring apartment buildings and condominium and co-op buildings can be complicated. Understanding where the responsibilities lie between owners and tenants—as well as what insurance you can and should require from tenants—can be equally complex. And if you sit on the…