Insights
Read the latest regulatory alerts, compliance checklists, and environmental safety updates curated by the ABATEMENTNYC team.
Lead paint — a remnant of older building practices — is still lurking in many New York City buildings, especially those constructed before 1978. Because of serious health risks (especially for kids), both federal and loc…
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New York City’s approach to lead in residential buildings has shifted from delayed deadlines toward full enforcement of inspection, hazard control, remediation,…
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Lead exposure remains one of the most serious health risks in residential buildings—especially for young children. As New York City continues to strengthen enfo…
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New York City continues to ramp up enforcement of its lead paint laws through 2026, expanding compliance requirements, tightening definitions, and increasing pe…
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Lead paint remains one of the most serious health hazards in older New York City buildings, especially for children under six. As we move into 2026, property ow…
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Lead paint hazards remain a major concern in New York City, particularly in older residential buildings. NYC landlords have strict legal responsibilities to ide…
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Lead abatement in New York City is not optional when certain conditions exist. NYC property owners—especially landlords—are legally required to identify and eli…
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Ignoring an abatement order in New York City can quickly turn a manageable violation into a costly legal and financial problem. When agencies like HPD or DOB is…
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An abatement order in NYC is a serious enforcement action issued when building or housing violations are not corrected on time. Whether issued by HPD or the Dep…
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When the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) issues an abatement order, it means the agency has determined that a violation in your bui…
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Lead-based paint remains one of the most serious health hazards in older residential buildings, especially those built before 1960. As New York City tightens en…
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