NYC Admin Code §27-2056 (Local Law 1 of 2004, expanded by LL 31/2020, LL 66/2019, LL 123/2023) presumes lead paint in pre-1960 multi-unit buildings with a child under 6. Owners must inspect annually and remediate using EPA RRP-certified workers.
NYC Local Law 1 of 2004 (Admin Code §27-2056 et seq.) is one of the strictest lead-paint laws in the nation. It presumes lead-based paint in pre-1960 multi-unit rental buildings (or pre-1978 if known) where a child under 6 resides. Landlords must: send the annual DOH notice (Form DOH-NYC 1141); conduct annual visual inspections for lead hazards; address peeling paint, chewable surfaces, and friction surfaces; use EPA RRP-certified workers; and perform clearance dust-wipe testing. Local Law 31 of 2020 required XRF testing of all dwelling units by August 9, 2025 and lowered the hazard threshold for dust-wipe clearance. Local Law 66 of 2019 lowered the lead hazard threshold from 1.0 mg/cm² to 0.5 mg/cm². Local Law 123 of 2023 requires public housing and supportive housing to meet stringent standards. HPD enforces via Class C hazardous violations.
HPD Class C violation for lead hazard: $250/day ($500/day after 21 days) plus mandatory emergency repairs by HPD charged back to owner. LL 31 XRF testing failure: $1,500 first offense, $2,000 repeat.
Other ordinances people look up for this city. Green dot = verified primary-source excerpt.
Kings County, NY
Brooklyn pools must be enclosed by a self-closing, self-latching barrier at least 4 feet high per NYC Building Code and Health Code §165.57.
Kings County, NY
Brooklyn fence height, placement, and visibility rules are governed by NYC Zoning Resolution §23-44 and DOB Building Code, with extra rules in landmark distr...
Kings County, NY
Brooklyn fences under 6 feet in rear/side yards and under 4 feet in front yards generally do not require a DOB permit, but zoning and landmark rules still ap...
Kings County, NY
Retaining walls over 4 feet or supporting a surcharge require DOB permits and licensed professional design in Brooklyn under NYC Building Code.
Kings County, NY
Feeding pigeons, squirrels, raccoons, or other wildlife that creates unsanitary conditions is prohibited in Brooklyn under NYC Health Code §153.09.
Kings County, NY
Brooklyn residents may keep backyard hens, but roosters, ducks, geese, turkeys, pigs, goats, and sheep are prohibited under NYC Health Code §161.01.
See how Kings County's lead paint rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.