HPD Violation Resolution
NYC Housing Preservation & Development (HPD)
Violation Resolution
Resolve HPD violations in NYC. Expert expediting for heat, hot water, mold, lead paint, and rodent violations. Fast certification of correction filing for Class A, B, and C violations.
What HPD Enforces
The NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) enforces the Housing Maintenance Code, which establishes minimum standards for residential buildings. HPD violations are classified by severity: Class A (non-hazardous), Class B (hazardous), and Class C (immediately hazardous). Landlords and property owners are legally required to maintain habitable conditions, and HPD issues violations based on tenant complaints, routine inspections, and proactive enforcement sweeps. Unresolved HPD violations result in civil penalties, emergency repair charges billed to the owner, and court orders.
Common HPD Violations & Fines
Typical fine ranges for the most frequently cited HPD violations across NYC properties.
No Heat (Class C)
$50 - $150/dayDuring heating season (October 1 - May 31), landlords must maintain indoor temperatures of at least 68 degrees when the outdoor temperature drops below 55 degrees during the day, and at least 62 degrees at night regardless of outdoor temperature. Failure to provide heat is a Class C immediately hazardous violation.
No Hot Water (Class C)
$50 - $150/dayLandlords must provide hot water at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at all times, year-round. Failure to provide consistent hot water is classified as Class C immediately hazardous and triggers emergency repair authority for HPD.
Mold Conditions (Class B)
$25 - $100/dayUnder Local Law 55, landlords must investigate and remediate mold conditions in residential apartments. Mold violations are typically Class B hazardous and require remediation by a licensed contractor following NYCHA and EPA-aligned protocols.
Lead Paint (Class C)
$100 - $150/dayUnder Local Law 1 (Lead Paint Safety Act), buildings built before 1960 with children under 6 in occupancy must be inspected for lead-based paint hazards. Peeling or deteriorated paint in these buildings triggers a Class C violation requiring immediate abatement by an EPA-certified lead abatement contractor.
Rodent Infestation (Class B)
$25 - $100/dayEvidence of rodent activity — droppings, gnaw marks, nesting materials — triggers a Class B hazardous violation. Landlords must engage a licensed pest management company and seal entry points. Repeated violations can result in HPD performing the work and billing the owner.
Window Guards Missing (Class C)
$50 - $150/dayUnder Local Law 57, landlords must install window guards in apartments where children age 10 or under reside, and in all common area windows. Missing or defective guards are a Class C immediately hazardous violation with strict correction deadlines.
How to Resolve HPD Violations
Follow these steps to clear HPD violations from your property record — or call (617) 415-8731 and let ClerkSide handle it for you.
Pull the Full HPD Violation History
Search the property on ClerkSide or HPD Online to identify all open and pending HPD violations. Note the class (A, B, or C), the specific condition cited, the apartment number, and the correction deadline.
Correct the Physical Condition
Perform the required repair or remediation work. For lead paint, use an EPA-certified abatement contractor. For mold, follow Local Law 55 protocols. For heat/hot water, restore service and document the repair. Photograph all work before and after.
File a Certification of Correction with HPD
Submit a Certification of Correction through HPD Online (hpdonline.nyc.gov) within the required timeframe: 24 hours for Class C, 30 days for Class B, and 90 days for Class A. Include photos, contractor invoices, and a signed owner certification.
Prepare for HPD Re-Inspection
HPD may schedule a re-inspection to verify the correction. Ensure the tenant provides access and the work is visible. If the inspector cannot gain access, the violation remains open and may be re-cited.
Monitor for Civil Penalty Notices
If the violation was not certified within the correction window, HPD will issue civil penalty notices. These can be contested at OATH, but only if you have documentation showing the correction was completed on time. Track all deadlines carefully.
Timeline & Cost Estimates
Typical Timeline
24 hours to 90 days depending on violation class (C = 24 hrs, B = 30 days, A = 90 days)
Estimated Cost Range
$500 - $15,000+ depending on violation type and number of units affected
Costs and timelines vary based on violation severity, property type, and agency inspection backlog. ClerkSide provides a detailed scope assessment with every engagement — no surprises.
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