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NYC Rent Stabilized Dwelling Units Notice ( Black,8.5x11 inch, Aluminium , rust free)
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Description
NYC Rent Stabilized Dwelling Units Notice- NYC Administrative Code § 27-2115(a)
(Rent Stabilization Law of 1969 – Mandatory Posting)
Who Is Required to Post This Sign?
This notice is required for any multiple dwelling in New York City that contains one or more rent-stabilized apartments.
If your building has even one unit subject to the Rent Stabilization Law of 1969, you are legally required to post this notice in accordance with NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) standards.
This applies to:
- Pre-1974 buildings with rent-stabilized units
- Buildings receiving certain tax benefits (e.g., 421-a, J-51)
- Any property registered with DHCR as containing rent-stabilized units
Failure to post the required notice may result in an HPD violation, even if annual rent registrations are current.
NYC Rent Stabilized Dwelling Units Notice product description:
(Rent Transparency Act – Official HPD Format)
- Required for NYC buildings with one or more rent-stabilized units
- Uses official HPD language and bilingual format (English & Spanish)
- Standard size: 8.5” x 11”
- Durable aluminum construction
- Rust-free, corrosion-resistant material
- Designed for posting in lobby, vestibule, or common hallway
- Suitable for permanent wall mounting (screw installation recommended)
- Helps meet NYC Rent Transparency Act posting requirements
What the Law Requires
The notice must:
- State that the building contains one or more rent-stabilized units
- Direct tenants to contact the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR)
- Include the DHCR contact number (718-264-3800)
- Reference the official website (www.hcr.ny.gov)
- Provide space for:
- Building Address
- HPD Property Registration Number
The notice must be posted in both English and Spanish using the official HPD format, language, or layout
Where the Sign Must Be Posted?
HPD requires the sign to be placed in a conspicuous common area that is clearly visible to tenants.
Acceptable Locations:
- Building lobby
- Entrance vestibule
- Main common hallway
- At or near centralized mailboxes (best practice)
Not Acceptable:
- Inside management or leasing offices
- Inside superintendent apartments
- Inside individual units
- Behind locked doors
- Covered by decorations or furniture
Posting Height & Installation Requirements
To meet general NYC visibility and accessibility standards:
- Recommended mounting height: 48–62 inches from the floor to the center of the sign
- Must be durable and permanently affixed
- Should be installed using screws or permanent mounting hardware
- Use a rigid aluminum sign or a frame with a protective cover
Not acceptable:
- Loose paper postings
- Tape-only installation
- Thumbtacks or push pins
- Paper
- Using NOT the official HPD format, language, or layout
Inspection & Enforcement
During HPD inspections, inspectors typically verify:
- Presence of the required rent-stabilized notice
- Proper common-area placement
- Appropriate mounting height
- Durability and legibility ( aluminum, Metal or plastic )
- using the official HPD format, language, or layout
A missing, damaged, using not the official HPD format, language, or layout
or improperly installed notice may result in a violation.
Why Order a Professional Compliance Sign with us ?
- English & Spanish included
- Designed for HPD inspection standards
- Durable materials suitable for permanent mounting
- Space provided for building address & HPD registration number
- Helps reduce risk of compliance issues
Required under NYC Local Law 86 (Rent Transparency Act) — enforced through NYC Administrative Code § 27-2115(a) — this bilingual rent-stabilized notice must be posted in a conspicuous common area of any multiple dwelling containing one or more rent-stabilized units
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For more information about what is required, see the laws that are referenced and the rules applicable to your city and state. This page is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice, professional advice or a statement of law. You may wish to consult with an attorney.