safety

faucet with hand of woman in kitchen for cleaning, drinking and washing dishes. Interior, steel and household plumbing with sink and tap at home for stream, flowing and splash

Troubleshooting

I used NYC’s free program to test my apartment’s drinking water for lead. Here’s how you can too

By Celia Young |March 5, 2025 - 3:30PM

Broken sidewalk along Eighth Avenue in Brooklyn

Troubleshooting

Who is responsible for repairing a NYC sidewalk damaged by tree roots?

By Jennifer White Karp |May 13, 2024 - 2:00PM

Troubleshooting

Do New Yorkers need earthquake insurance?

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By Jennifer White Karp |April 15, 2024 - 3:45PM

glass partition separate living space and entrance hall in new renovated apartment. glass door in empty room with modern interior. concept of apartment with smart solution for space organization

The Search

Isn't there supposed to be a real bedroom window in my NYC apartment?

… … In short No Under New York Citys Housing Maintenance Code apartment bedrooms … type of unit Your bedrooms window needs to look out onto a street yard or balcony Importantly it needs to open to allow … inspects illegal conversions … Im looking for a rental in New York City and Ive seen apartment listings with a bedroom …

By Celia Young |April 10, 2024 - 4:45PM