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HPD HOUSING INFORMATION GUIDE SIGN

NYC Administrative Code § 26-1103 Compliance

REQUIRED FOR NYC MULTIPLE DWELLINGS

Property owners of New York City multiple dwellings are required to post and maintain a Housing Information Guide Notice, commonly known as the "ABCs of Housing" Notice, informing tenants about the availability of HPD's Housing Information Guide.

WHAT DOES THE LAW REQUIRE?

NYC Administrative Code § 26-1103 states:

"The owner of a multiple dwelling shall post and maintain a notice in a form promulgated or approved by the department in a conspicuous place within view of the area in which mail is delivered, informing tenants of the availability of the department's housing information guide and where such guide may be obtained."

WHO MUST POST THIS NOTICE?

✅ Apartment Buildings

✅ Residential Multiple Dwellings

✅ Rent-Regulated Buildings

✅ Buildings with Three (3) or More Residential Units

REQUIRED LOCATION

The notice must be:

✔ Posted in a conspicuous location

✔ Visible near the mail delivery area

✔ Installed in the lobby, vestibule, or entrance area

✔ Easily visible to tenants and inspectors

REQUIRED LANGUAGES

The notice must be posted in:

 English and  Spanish

WHAT INFORMATION DOES THE GUIDE CONTAIN?

Owner Responsibilities

• Heat and Hot Water Requirements

• Repairs and Maintenance

• Pest Management

• Tenant Associations

• Housing Discrimination Protections

• Rental Assistance Programs

• Rent-Regulated Housing Information

Tenant Responsibilities

• Responding to Notices

• Providing Access for Repairs

• Providing Access for Inspections

• Maintaining Safe Living Conditions

Legal Assistance

• Free Legal Services

• Low-Cost Legal Resources

HPD VIOLATION DESCRIPTION

"Post and maintain a proper notice on the wall of the entrance story in English and Spanish on the availability of the agency's Housing Information Guide."

PENALTIES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE

⚠ HPD Violations

⚠ Civil Penalties

⚠ Inspection Failures

⚠ Enforcement Actions

Failure to post required notices may result in fines and violations.

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Features

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✅ English & Spanish Format

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NYC Administrative Code § 26-1103

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Legal Disclaimer

This explanation is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, code interpretation, engineering guidance, or professional compliance services. Building codes, Housing Maintenance Code requirements, HPD interpretations, and enforcement practices may change over time or vary depending on building conditions and inspector interpretation.

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Failure to comply with applicable laws may result in violations, penalties, or liability. Always consult qualified legal counsel, licensed electricians, architects, engineers, or code professionals regarding specific building conditions or compliance questions.