Lead-Based Paint Violation
An HPD violation issued when a property owner fails to comply with NYC lead paint laws, such as correcting lead hazards or performing required inspections in apartments where young children…
Letter of Completion
A document issued by the Department of Buildings confirming that work not requiring a Certificate of Occupancy has been completed in accordance with approved plans and applicable codes.
Limited Alteration Application (LAA)
A streamlined DOB application used for certain limited plumbing, sprinkler, standpipe, and gas work that does not require a full construction filing.
Local Law 1 of 2004
New York City’s lead paint law, which requires owners of most residential buildings built before 1960 (and some built between 1960 and 1978) to identify and safely address lead-based paint…
Local Law 11 (LL11) (FISP)
Also known as the Façade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP), this law requires the exterior walls and appurtenances of buildings taller than six stories to be periodically inspected by a…
Local Law 123 (LL123)
Requires owners of qualifying pre-1960 residential buildings to remediate lead-based paint hazards in apartments where a child under six resides by specified deadlines. The law builds upon existing lead paint…
Local Law 126 (LL126)
Requires periodic inspections of parking structures throughout NYC to identify unsafe conditions and ensure they are properly maintained. Qualified inspectors must file reports with the Department of Buildings.
Local Law 152 (LL152)
Requires periodic inspections of gas piping systems in most buildings to help identify unsafe conditions and prevent gas leaks. Inspection reports must be filed with the Department of Buildings on…
Local Law 157
Requires most residential buildings to install natural gas detectors in dwelling units where gas appliances are present and in other locations specified by the NYC Building Code to provide early…
Local Law 31 (LL31)
Requires X-ray fluorescence (XRF) testing for lead-based paint in the common areas and dwelling units of qualifying residential buildings. The testing helps identify lead paint hazards and supports compliance with…