NYC Landlord Obligations — Official Resources
Where to find official information on what NYC landlords are required to maintain — pests, mold, lead, heat, water, and structural safety. Official sources only.
Resource directory — not legal advice. Current requirements are set by NYC HPD and the NYC Housing Maintenance Code. Consult NYC HPD or a qualified attorney for specific obligations.
Official sources for NYC housing maintenance standards
The authoritative source for NYC housing maintenance obligations is NYC HPD. The links below go directly to HPD's official pages for each topic area.
NYC HPD — Official Landlord Information
NYC HPD publishes comprehensive official guidance for property owners on all maintenance obligations — pests, mold, lead, heat, and structural requirements.
NYC HPD — Owners →NYC HPD — Bed Bugs (Pest Obligations)
NYC HPD publishes specific guidance on landlord bed bug obligations, including disclosure and annual reporting requirements.
NYC HPD — Bed Bugs →NYC HPD — Mold
NYC HPD publishes official mold obligations for landlords, including what NYC local law requires for multi-unit buildings.
NYC HPD — Mold →NYC HPD — Lead Paint
NYC HPD publishes official lead paint obligation guidance, including inspection requirements for buildings with young children. Do not rely on secondary descriptions — see the official HPD page.
NYC HPD — Lead Paint →NYC HPD — Heat and Hot Water
NYC HPD publishes current heat season requirements and minimum temperature standards. Requirements may change — always consult the current HPD page, not secondary descriptions.
NYC HPD — Heat and Hot Water →HPD Online — Check Building Violations
HPD Online allows anyone to search open violations for a specific NYC address — useful for both tenants and landlords checking compliance status.
HPD Online →Current requirements: always check the official NYC HPD source.
Housing maintenance requirements, heat thresholds, and local laws change. This directory does not state what current law requires — for that, consult NYC HPD or a qualified housing attorney.