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DSNY Adopts New Residential Waste Containerization Rules

September 20, 2024    

By Nov. 12, all buildings with up to nine apartments must use trash bins.

 

 

FDNY Releases Regulatory Agenda for FY 2025

September 20, 2024    

Expect new rules involving lithium batteries, ARCS, and emergency plans.

 

 

The NYC Fire Department (FDNY) recently released its 2025 regulatory agenda. The FDNY anticipates issuing new rules in three areas. Under the City Administrative Procedure Act, city...

City Council Passes Bills Supporting Tenants Displaced by Fire

September 20, 2024    

On Sept. 12, the City Council passed two bills aimed at assisting residents displaced by fire. Intro. No. 6-A deals with tenant education and outreach on residential vacate orders due to damage caused by fires, and Intro. No. 89-A calls for notifying councilmembers of serious fires in their...

Large Building Owners Must Post Updated Energy Grades by Oct. 31

September 20, 2024    

Or face a civil penalty of $1,250.

 

Compliance Requirements for the 2024–2025 Heat Season

September 20, 2024    

Owners must soon comply with the temperature requirements in NYC heat laws. The upcoming 2024–2025 heat season begins on Oct. 1 and continues through May 31, 2025. HPD responds to all heat and hot water complaints and, if adequate heat and hot water conditions aren’t corrected, HPD...

Compliance Paths for Large Rent-Regulated Buildings Under Local Law 97

August 24, 2024    

DOB releases Article 320, 321 Filing Guides.

 

 

NYC’s climate law mandates that buildings of 25,000 square feet or larger comply with stringent guidelines aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. By putting limits on buildings’ carbon usage, Local...

HPD Releases FY 2025 Regulatory Agenda

August 24, 2024    

Expect new rules on lead-based paint, natural gas detection devices, and digital signage.

 

 

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) has released its 2025 regulatory agenda, identifying rules it plans to issue and amend in the upcoming...

Local Law 11: Latest Developments in Sidewalk Sheds and Scaffolding

August 24, 2024    

The city is cracking down on long-standing sheds.

 

 

Many sidewalk sheds in New York City are tied to the DOB’s Façade Inspection and Safety Program (FISP), also known as Local Law 11 of 1998. Under this law, owners of buildings taller than six stories...

City Will Require Small Building Owners to Containerize Trash

July 25, 2024    

DSNY proposes new garbage rules for small building owners.

 

 

On July 8, the NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) proposed rules that mandate residential buildings with under 10 units to use specific garbage containers starting this fall. The rules are likely to...

DHCR Updates Renewal Lease Form for Rent-Stabilized Apartments

July 25, 2024    

Renewal leases must keep the same terms and conditions as the expiring lease.

 

 

The DHCR recently updated NYC Renewal Lease Form (RTP-8) to incorporate the requirements of Rent Guidelines Board Order (RGBO) #56. The RGBO applies to renewal leases for rent-...

Avoid Steep New Penalties for Delinquent Rent Registration

July 25, 2024    

The DHCR issues a new Operational Bulletin covering filing deadlines and penalties.

 

 

Cooling Tower Operation Tips During Heat Waves

July 25, 2024    

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) recently issued a checklist of cooling tower operating tips during heat waves. According to the notice, hot and humid weather that may cause disruptions from elevated condenser water temperatures, microbiological fouling, and rapid...