N.Y.C. Admin. Code tit. 27, ch. 2 § 27-2011
Cleaning of interior shared space (New York City Housing Maintenance Code)
Operative Text
The owner of a dwelling shall maintain the public parts in a clean and sanitary condition.
Under N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 et seq. § 27-2011, the owner of a dwelling bears responsibility for keeping shared or common areas—such as hallways, stairwells, lobbies, and other spaces accessible to multiple residents—clean and sanitary. This rule places the maintenance obligation squarely on the owner rather than on individual tenants. It applies to the public parts of the building as a whole, not to privately occupied units.
Plain English — not legal advice.
N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 et seq. § 27-2011 requires building owners to keep all public parts of a dwelling in a clean and sanitary condition at all times. Compliant operators typically establish regular cleaning schedules for common areas, promptly address accumulations of trash or debris, and document maintenance activities. Keeping records of cleaning routines and any corrective actions taken can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 et seq. § 27-2011 gives tenants a basis to expect that the shared areas of their building—hallways, stairwells, lobbies, and similar spaces—will be kept clean and sanitary by the owner. If those areas are not properly maintained, tenants may file a complaint with the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, which enforces housing maintenance standards. Tenant-rights organizations can also explain how this provision may be raised in housing court proceedings or other enforcement contexts.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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