NYC Agency Regulatory Agendas For 2026 Released
Explore NYC agency regulatory agendas for 2026, key housing, safety, climate and business rules coming, plus how landlords and small firms can prepare now.
New Proposed DOB Rules For Structurally Compromised Buildings
Learn how new proposed DOB rules for structurally compromised buildings change NYC owner obligations, inspections, violations, and risk management today.
Big Facade Changes Are Coming To NYC – Here’s What We Know
Explore how new NYC facade rules, stricter inspections, and climate laws will reshape buildings, scaffolding, and streetscapes—and what owners must do now.
10 Must-Follow Real Estate Blogs In New York City
Discover 10 must-follow New York City real estate blogs offering data-backed insights, local laws, and neighborhood trends for smarter decisions today.
13 Alternatives to Manual HPD Compliance Checks for Landlords
Manual compliance tracking might feel manageable—until a missed violation notice snowballs into a five-figure penalty. By then, it’s too late. The old method of checking HPD records by hand? It’s slow. It’s error-prone. And it puts you at constant risk of fines, litigation, or tenant complaints. Worse, it drains bandwidth you could use to focus […]
How to Dodge NYC Fines Like a Pro: Tips From Violation Watch
If you’ve ever lived in, worked in, or even just driven through New York City, you probably know this: the city loves giving out violations.
Whether it’s parking a few inches too far from the curb, forgetting to sweep your sidewalk, or putting trash out too early — boom, there’s a fine. And these aren’t just $20 slaps on the wrist either. Some of these violations can cost you hundreds or even thousands of dollars. That’s where Violation Watch steps in — your friendly neighborhood watchdog for NYC regulations.