Compliance Services
NYC HPD Violation Removal — Cleared, Certified, Dismissed
From Class A maintenance issues to Class C immediately hazardous conditions, StreetComply handles every HPD violation end-to-end — corrections, certifications, re-inspections, and Housing Court representation.
What Are NYC HPD Violations?
An HPD violation is a notice issued by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development when a residential building fails to comply with the NYC Housing Maintenance Code. HPD violations are public record, carry escalating civil penalties, and can prevent you from selling, refinancing, or transferring your building.
HPD classifies violations into three classes based on severity:
Class A — Non-Hazardous: Minor issues like peeling paint, small cracks, or cosmetic damage. 90 days to correct.
Class B — Hazardous: Conditions affecting health and safety such as pest infestations, broken locks, or large leaks. 30 days to correct.
Class C — Immediately Hazardous: Life-threatening conditions like lack of heat or hot water, lead paint, structural hazards, or mold. 24 hours to correct — with special timelines of 21 days for lead/mold/pest, 14 days for self-closing doors, and immediate action required for heat and hot water.
Every Class C violation triggers a real risk of city intervention, emergency repairs at the owner's expense, and placement on HPD's Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP).
What We Handle
- Full HPD violation lookup and portfolio audits
- Class A, B, and C violation corrections
- Owner's Certification of Correction filings via HPD Online
- Lead-based paint (LBP) violation resolution and clearance testing
- Mold, pest, and rodent infestation cures
- Heat and hot water (HHW) violation response
- Self-closing door (SCD) corrections
- Re-inspection coordination
- Housing Court representation for civil penalty cases
- OATH hearings for HPD-issued ECB summonses
- Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) removal
- Emergency Repair Program (ERP) lien resolution
- Boiler, fire alarm, and life safety violation cures
Why Resolving HPD Violations Matters
Open HPD violations get expensive — fast.
Daily-accruing penalties. Civil penalties for HPD violations range from $50 to $5,000+ per violation, with most accruing additional per-diem fines until corrected. A single uncorrected Class B violation can cost over $1,800 per year. A Class C lead paint violation can climb into the tens of thousands.
Emergency repairs at your expense. If you miss a Class C deadline, HPD can dispatch a city contractor under the Emergency Repair Program (ERP) and bill you — with administrative fees and a lien attached to your property.
Alternative Enforcement Program. Buildings with a high volume of unresolved Class B and C violations are placed on AEP — adding city oversight, mandatory monthly fees, and aggressive enforcement.
Transactional damage. Open HPD violations show up on every title report and prevent refinancing, sale, or transfer. Lenders and buyers won't move forward until they're cleared.
Housing Court exposure. Uncorrected violations can result in tenant lawsuits, HP actions, and personal liability for the owner.
A single neglected violation often costs 10x more to resolve once it escalates than if handled within the original cure window.
Our Process
- 01
Full HPD Audit
We pull every open HPD violation on your property — including AEP status, ERP liens, and pending re-inspections — and deliver a complete report within 24 hours.
- 02
Triage by Class
Class C violations get immediate response. Class A and B are sequenced by deadline and cost-impact. We give you a clear timeline.
- 03
Correction & Certification
We dispatch the right licensed contractors and trades, complete the repairs, then file the Owner's Certification of Correction through HPD Online with full documentation.
- 04
Re-Inspection & Dismissal
We coordinate with HPD for re-inspection, handle any pushback, and confirm the violation is dismissed in the official record — then monitor your property going forward to catch new violations the day they appear.
Why NYC Owners Choose StreetComply
- End-to-end execution. We don't just file paperwork — we handle the repairs, certifications, and re-inspections.
- In-house licensed professionals. Architects, engineers, expediters, and attorneys under one roof.
- Real-time HPD monitoring. Our compliance technology catches new violations the day they're filed, before they escalate.
- AEP and ERP specialists. We've removed buildings from Alternative Enforcement and resolved Emergency Repair liens across all 5 boroughs.
- One point of contact. No bouncing between vendors, inspectors, and city portals.
- Transparent flat-fee pricing. No surprise invoices.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to correct an HPD violation?
It depends on the class. Class A: 90 days. Class B: 30 days. Class C: 24 hours, with special carve-outs (21 days for lead/mold/pest, 14 days for self-closing doors, immediate action required for heat and hot water). Deadlines start from the date HPD issues the violation — not the date you receive notice.
What happens if I miss the HPD cure deadline?
Civil penalties begin accruing daily. For Class C, HPD can perform emergency repairs at your expense and place a lien on the property. Repeat or unresolved violations can land your building on the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP), adding city oversight and ongoing fees.
How do I certify correction of an HPD violation?
Owners must file an Owner's Certification of Correction through HPD Online, with supporting documentation (invoices, photos, permits, lead clearance certificates where applicable). False certifications can trigger fraud charges and increased penalties — we ensure every filing is fully documented.
Can I sell my building with open HPD violations?
Practically, no. Title companies and lenders will flag every open HPD violation, and buyers typically require all violations cleared before closing. We help owners clear violations quickly to keep deals on track.
What's the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP)?
AEP is HPD's escalated enforcement program for the city's most distressed buildings — typically those with high concentrations of open Class B and C violations. Once on AEP, owners face additional monthly fees, mandatory inspections, and city-supervised repairs. We handle full AEP removal.
Do you handle lead-based paint (LBP) violations?
Yes. We coordinate certified abatement contractors, clearance testing, and HPD certification — all in compliance with Local Law 1 and EPA RRP requirements.
Ready to Clear Your HPD Violations?
Tell us about your property and we'll be in touch within one business day.
Or call 646-718-5095