ECB Violation
An ECB violation is a civil summons issued by a NYC agency alleging a violation of a law, code, or rule. Respondents must attend a hearing adjudicated by the Office…
Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
A written plan required for certain high-rise office buildings that outlines procedures for responding to emergencies such as fires, power outages, medical incidents, and evacuations. EAPs are reviewed and approved…
Emergency Repair Charge
A charge placed against a property when HPD performs emergency repairs after an owner fails to correct certain hazardous conditions. The owner is responsible for reimbursing the City for the…
Emergency Repair Program (ERP)
An HPD program that allows the City to make emergency repairs when a property owner fails to correct certain hazardous conditions, such as lack of heat or hot water, self…
Energy Benchmarking
The annual measurement and reporting of a building’s energy and water usage to the City, as required under Local Law 84. Benchmarking allows owners to compare building performance and identify…
Energy Code
The New York City Energy Conservation Code, which establishes minimum energy efficiency standards for building envelopes, lighting, HVAC systems, service water heating, and other building components.