4 rules for unincorporated Kings County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
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 DOB requires elevators to pass Category 1 annual tests and Category 5 five-year load/safety tests per ASME A17 and NYC Building Code Chapter 30. Owners must file ELV2 reports within 45 days and correct defects within 120 days.
NYC DOB requires sidewalk sheds around any building undergoing façade work or taller than 40 ft under Local Law 11/1998 (FISP). Sheds need DOB permits, lighting, and 8 ft clearance. Supported scaffolds require licensed installer per Local Law 52/2005.
NYC DOHMH inspects properties for rats under Health Code Article 151 and NYC Admin Code §27-2017. The 2023 NYC Rat Action Plan requires containerized trash in many neighborhoods and DOHMH can issue violations requiring extermination within 5 days.
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