11 things NYC landlords are required to provide, and 11 they’re not that might surprise you

… for the first time its best to have a clear idea of what your landlord is required to provide Heat and hot water … feature of buildings with three or more apartments is selfclosing doorsthese can help prevent fire and smoke from one … brand of paint or a particular color in which case you may buy the paint yourself And if you are covering dark paint …

By Jennifer White Karp |April 8, 2025 - 10:00AM
No heat and pests galore: The top 5 NYC renter complaints of 2024 and how to fix them

… experience commonplace for thousands of New Yorker City renters each year Renters filed more than 265000 complaints of a lack of heat … to act you can offer to paint yourself but make sure to ask your landlord to reimburse you with a rent credit if you …

By Celia Young |January 27, 2025 - 10:45AM
Construction on my block sends roaches into my apartment. What can I do?

… the problem will likely be exacerbated Thats because noise and activity of construction work can send them looking for … Bloom says landlords should also seal off basement windows and install door sweeps when construction begins Its also important that …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |May 31, 2022 - 9:30AM