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Tenant complaints to HPD about allergens are on the rise.

Electronic filing is required even when there’s no reported bedbug activity in a unit.

The higher surcharge reflects an increase in electricity costs.

Penalties start at $250–$500 for each initial heat or hot water violation.

Or face a civil penalty of $1,250.

Here's what you need to know before the Aug. 9 deadline.

Even with the initial grace periods, many owners have found the reporting process challenging.

Or risk a stiff penalty: You can’t collect a rent increase or even apply for one until you file. 

The DHCR won't let you increase the rent of your rent-controlled apartments if there are serious code violations at your building.

The Department of Buildings has brought back its annual No-Penalty Inspection Program for summer 2025. The program offers penalty-free safety inspections to small landlords across New York City. For 2025, the program runs from May 19 through June 30, a shift from prior years when it ran from late June through July.