N.Y.C. Admin. Code tit. 27, ch. 2 § 27-2049
Street numbers (New York City Housing Maintenance Code)
Operative Text
The owner of a dwelling shall post and maintain street numbers on the dwelling, which are plainly visible from the sidewalk in front of the dwelling, in accordance with section 3-505 of the administrative code and the rules and regulations issued by the borough presidents thereunder.
Under N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 and 27-2049, every dwelling must display its street number in a way that is clearly readable from the sidewalk in front of the building. The numbers must be posted and kept in good condition, and they must conform to the standards set out in Administrative Code § 3-505 as well as any rules issued by the borough presidents under that section. This requirement applies to the building owner and is a continuing obligation, not a one-time installation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As the owner of a dwelling subject to N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 and 27-2049, a compliant operator ensures that street numbers are installed in a visible location facing the sidewalk and are maintained so they remain legible over time. Operators generally consult § 3-505 of the Administrative Code and any applicable borough president rules to confirm that number size, placement, and style meet local standards. Routine property inspections typically include checking that posted numbers have not faded, been obscured, or become damaged.
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 and 27-2049 place the duty to post and maintain visible street numbers squarely on the building owner, not the tenant. If a building's street numbers are missing, illegible, or not visible from the sidewalk, tenants may report the condition to the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, which oversees housing maintenance code compliance. Tenant-rights organizations can provide general information about how housing code complaints are filed and what remedies may be available.
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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