NYC BAR Association, “Landlords’ Duties & Obligations”
Housing Preservation and Development, Multifamily Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
- The Multifamily Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program provides rehabilitation loans for the replacement of major building systems including roof and window replacement, upgrades to heating, electrical or plumbing. The program is suitable for multi-family buildings needing moderate rehabilitation or replacement of one to three building systems but have no or limited ability to leverage private financing.
Housing Preservation and Development “Section 8/Rental Subsidy Programs”
Housing Preservation and Development, “Code Enforcement”
Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)
NHS Brooklyn, “Landlord Training Course” for current and future owners of 2- to 4-unit homes
NHS Brooklyn, “Home Repair Loans,” for homeowners & landlords who need financing for improvements or repairs to 1- to 4-family homes or 5- to 20-unit buildings
Sign up to rent units through CityFHEPS
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No-Penalty Building Inspections
Provided by:
Department of Buildings (DOB)
Type:
Homeowner Assistance • Housing Assistance • Other
Resource for:
Homeowners
Keywords:
Home Maintenance • Homeownership • Housing • Public Assistance • Safety • Small Business
From May 19 through June 30, 2025, New Yorkers can call 311 to request a free, no-penalty inspection from the NYC Department of Buildings. This program is open to small homeowners and business owners seeking expert analysis of building features and equipment such as decks, patios, retaining walls, facades in buildings under six stories, business signs, unregistered boilers, and unregistered private elevator devices. During the inspection, agency inspectors will identify any safety concerns or Code issues and offer guidance for making necessary repairs without issuing penalties. This project was launched in 2005 and aims to help property owners maintain safe buildings while avoiding fines.
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
More info at:
Phone:
311
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Rat Academy - Rat Prevention Training
Provided by:
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults • Business Owners • Homeowners • Landlords • Tenants
Keywords:
Home Maintenance • Rat Prevention
The Department of Health offers free in-person and virtual trainings to all residents who want to learn about safe and effective methods for rat prevention in the home and community. These free two-hour training is available to everyone, but it may be especially helpful for: superintendents and building staff, property owners and managers, neighborhood associations, community gardeners, business owners and staff. DOHMH also offers more intensive three-day courses for pest control professionals.
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The ABCs of Housing
Provided by:
Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD)
Type:
Housing Assistance
Resource for:
Homeowners • Landlords • Tenants
Keywords:
Housing
The ABCs of Housing is HPD's guide to housing rules and regulations for owners and tenants. Owners and tenants have legal responsibilities to each other. This booklet is designed to help owners and tenants gain an understanding of the rules and regulations affecting housing, and to provide information about how to receive assistance. Inside the guide you will find information about owners' and tenants' rights and responsibilities, staying in your apartment safely, resources for new affordable housing or rental assistance, and useful contact information for other housing related issues. Owner's and tenant's versions are available in English, Arabic / العربية, Bengali / বাংলা, Chinese (Simplified) / 简化字, French / français, Haitian-Creole / Kreyòl ayisyen, Korean / 한국어, Polish / polski, Russian / Русский язык, Spanish / Español, Urdu / اردو
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HomeownerHelpNY
Provided by:
Center for NYC Neighborhoods
Type:
Housing Assistance
Resource for:
Homeowners • Landlords
Keywords:
Homeownership • Housing • Legal Assistance
Funded by the Office of the New York State Attorney General, HomeownerHelpNY assists homeowners in finding free, qualified mortgage assistance relief services from a network of trusted partners operating across the state. Services include: foreclosure prevention, unsustainable tax debt, reverse mortgage foreclosures, scam prevention, senior assistance, and direct representation in court proceedings, for example.
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Neighborhood Housing Services of New York City
Provided by:
Neighborhood Housing Services of NYC
Type:
Housing Assistance
Resource for:
Adults • Homeowners • Low-to-Moderate Income Individuals and Families
Keywords:
Home Maintenance • Homeownership
NHSNYC empowers disadvantaged low-to moderate-income New Yorkers to purchase and preserve affordable housing through lending, financial literacy, and housing counseling services. Programs include: Foreclosure Prevention, Rehabilitation Loans/Grants, First-time Homebuyer Education, Financial Education and Coaching, Down Payment + Closing Cost, Assistance Grants and Loans.
More info at:
Phone:
212-519-2500
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Affordable Property Management for Small Landlords
Provided by:
NHS Brooklyn
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
Landlords
Keywords:
Home Maintenance • Housing
Program to help small property owners of 1- to 4-unit buildings to manage property-related income and expenses.
More info at:
Phone:
(718) 732-8001
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Last updated 4/18/2023 – Please report to CB14 any link that no longer works or program that has lapsed.