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Multiple Dwelling Law

NY Multiple Dwelling Law (MDL)

Governs habitability, heat/hot-water, fire-egress, and registration for buildings with 3+ units in NYC and cities >325k. Foundational statute that NYC HPD Housing Maintenance Code implements + extends. Violations range from $250 to $1,500 per unit per day.

Effective · 1929-01-01
Last amended · 2023-12-22
Status · active
Subject · habitability

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Multiple Dwelling Law · NY · RegWatch