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January 29, 2008
Getting a Handle on Building Code
I'm a new owner of a 4-unit brownstone and trying to get a handle on the various rules and regs that I should be aware of - signs that need to posted, smoke/CO2 detectors in units, etc.
Is anyone of aware of a city guide that is available or a good web site the sums up these rules/regs/code?
Thanks in advance.
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you won't have to do all this for a market rate unit but its something to look over
http://home2.nyc.gov/html/dhs/downloads/pdf/movein_list.pdf
There are various NYC landlord handbooks but I think the most popular one is no longer published.
Posted by: guest at January 29, 2008 7:18 AM
Get a copy of Multiple Dwelling Law and the Housing Maintenance Code at the City bookstore at 1 Centre St. Should cost much and will lay out all the requirements for your building.
Posted by: guest at January 29, 2008 10:30 AM
Thanks for the info and direction.
Posted by: supersouthslope at January 29, 2008 10:38 AM
you should put a "no dumping" sign in each bathroom. you know, just to be funny.
Posted by: guest at January 29, 2008 3:06 PM
good luck! you might be better researching real life issues you run into here because if you have any problem tenants you could be perfect and the city will still find a way to make you look bad. that's what they get paid to do!
Posted by: brownstone89 at January 29, 2008 9:18 PM
I did a free class at HPD on Joralemon Street. While it wasn't the most exciting experience, it was incredibly valuable. I learned a ton of stuff about how to deal with the city, the various regulations, etc. Also, you get a big binder with a ton more information. Check out the hpd section on nyc.gov.
Posted by: guest at January 30, 2008 10:20 AM
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