NYC Housing FAQ

Answers to common questions about HPD violations, 311 complaints, rat inspections, rent stabilization, building ownership, and tenant rights in New York City.

1. What Is an HPD Violation in NYC? →
2. How to Check HPD Violations in NYC →
3. How Do I Get Rid of HPD Violations in NYC? →
4. What Is a Class C HPD Violation? →
5. How to File a 311 Complaint in NYC →
6. How Long Does an HPD Inspection Take? →
7. What Is NYC 311? →
8. How Many HPD Violations Is Too Many? →
9. Can a Landlord Evict for Filing a 311 Complaint? →
10. What Is Heat Season in NYC? →
11. What Does HPD Stand For? →
12. Why Does the Bronx Have the Most Rat Complaints in NYC? →
13. Do Rats Get Into Apartments in NYC? →
14. Do Home Inspectors Check for Rats? →
15. What Should You Do If You See a Rat in NYC? →
16. Is My Apt Rent Stabilized in NYC? →
17. How Do I Find Out Who Owns My Building in NYC? →
18. Can I Sue My Landlord for No Heat in NYC? →
19. Is It Illegal to Not Have Heat in Your Apartment in NYC? →
20. Do NYC Landlords Have to Pay for Heat? →
21. Do I Have to Pay My Rent if I Have No Heat? →
22. What Is the Heat Law in NYC 2026? →
23. What Is the 30 Minute Heating Rule? →
24. Are Landlords Responsible for Bed Bugs in NYC? →
25. How Do I Complain About Bed Bugs in NYC? →
26. Are Bed Bugs Still a Problem in NYC? →
27. What Happens if You Report Your Landlord to 311 in NY? →
28. What Is the Pest Control Law in NYC? →
29. Is Gates Ave Brooklyn Safe? →
30. Is Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Safe? →
31. Is Mosholu Parkway Safe? →
32. Residential Code Violation Corrections Bay Ridge →