Lead Dust Clearance Testing: When and Why It’s Required by HPD
Do you have an idea how harmful lead can be for your health? Lead dust is one of the most hazardous contaminants. In NYC, older buildings contain a handsome amount of lead. Therefore, lead dust remediation in NYC is very important to ensure your health and safety. The Health and Hygiene Department enforces strict guidelines […]
HPD vs. DOH Lead Violations: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Lead paint is not something that existed in the 90s. It’s a problem of today’s world as well. Many older homes in New York City still have it on walls, windows, and doors. Over time, that paint chips, cracks, and turns into dust. When children or even adults breathe it in, it can cause serious […]
Lead Exposure Risks in Homes: Why Abatement Is Essential
You might have heard about lead, right? But a few people don’t have an exact idea of the dangers lead can pose. It hides in old paint, pipes, and even dust. For families, especially with young children, lead is not just a small problem. It’s a health risk. How to get rid of it? Get […]
NYC Local Law 31: Lead Inspection Rules for Apartments with Young Children
If you own rental property in New York City and have families with young children living in your buildings, you’ve probably come across NYC Local Law 31. While it can feel a lot like just another regulation to navigate, it’s actually pretty straightforward once you understand what it’s asking for – and more importantly, why […]
Received an HPD Violation 623? Here’s What to Do Next
As a homeowner, your plate is always full. Between bills, kids, and pets, getting a notice from the New York City Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) can be beyond stressful, especially when you’re dealing with an HPD Violation 623 related to lead paint hazards. Don’t panic, though. While these violations are serious, they’re also completely […]
Lead Paint Inspection Deadlines under Local Law 31
If you own a building in New York City—especially one built before 1960—you have a big responsibility when it comes to lead-based paint compliance. In 2025, Local Law 31 makes that responsibility even clearer. Here’s the deal: lead poisoning in children is serious. NYC has been stepping up enforcement, and this year the city is […]
XRF vs Lab Testing: Which Is Right for Your Property?
Have you ever thought that the paint on the walls of your house and the pipes at home could be lead? Most of us are not considering this in our daily lives, but when it turns out to be a major health hazard, then it is indeed a very serious issue, particularly if you own […]
What Is Violation 623 and How Do You Resolve It?
As a property owner in Manhattan, getting an HPD Violation 623 notice can feel like a punch in the gut. It’s overwhelming and, quite frankly, an extremely serious lead paint violation that’s issued by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). Is it daunting to receive one? Absolutely. Is it difficult to understand […]
Understanding NYC Local Law 31: A Guide for Property Owners
The NYC Local Law 31 of 2020 is probably one of the most important changes made in lead safety regulations in the past couple of decades. If you’re a property owner, you need to take some important steps to make sure your building is safe from lead-based paint. The August 2025 deadline is right around […]
How To Repair A Lead Failed Inspection Area?
If you’ve just found out that your building has failed a lead inspection, take a step back and a deep breath — you’re not alone. So many homeowners and building owners in NYC have faced a violation at one point, and the silver lining is that it’s totally fixable. Yes, lead violations can seem quite […]