Complaints

If a dwelling unit is found to be illegal, a court appearance ticket will be issued to the owner and the owner will be responsible for the eviction of the tenant located in the apartment.

• Housing / Heating: To file a complaint, please call 914-654-4809
• Bed Bugs: Section 308 of the Property Maintenance Code of the State of New York refers to owners responsibilities and tenants responsibilities relative to extermination within structures
• Overcrowding: Section 404.4 of the Property Maintenance Code of the State of New York, 2007 Edition, lists a table giving the minimum area requirements for the number of occupants in a dwelling unit; Section 331-4 of the local zoning code includes the definition of family
• Multiple Dwelling City Code: View the Multiple Dwelling Registration

Why Have a Housing Code?

The objective of the Housing Code is to bring correction or remedy of any building feature or condition that threatens safety, health, sanitation, and the general welfare of the inhabitants. In general, the Code concerns structural strength, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, and safety to life and property from hazards. It applies to construction, alteration, repair, removal, demolition, use or occupancy of residential buildings and their accessory structures.