What is NYC HPD Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP)?

HPD Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) is an intensive enforcement program for buildings with chronic housing code violations and landlord neglect. Buildings enrolled in AEP face emergency repairs performed by HPD at owner's expense, rent collection restrictions preventing rent increases, mandatory repairs under HPD supervision, frequent inspections, and potential litigation including 7A receivership if conditions don't improve.

What triggers AEP enrollment?

Buildings are enrolled in AEP based on: 200+ total violations, or 20+ immediately hazardous Class C violations, or pattern of emergency repair orders, or chronic heat/hot water complaints, or significant tenant complaints and 311 calls. HPD proactively identifies buildings meeting these criteria and enrolls them without landlord consent.

What are the consequences of AEP enrollment?

AEP enrollment results in: emergency repairs performed by HPD with full cost recovery plus fees, rent collection restrictions preventing increases until compliance, mandatory correction of all violations under strict deadlines, monthly HPD inspections, civil penalties for non-compliance, automatic referral to litigation if violations persist, and potential 7A receivership stripping ownership control.

How do you get removed from AEP?

To exit AEP, property owners must: correct all Class B and C violations, reduce total violations below threshold levels, pass comprehensive HPD inspection, demonstrate sustained compliance for 6-12 months, pay all emergency repair costs and penalties, and receive formal HPD approval for program removal. The process typically takes 1-3 years with costs ranging from $50,000 to $500,000+.

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What Is HPD Alternative Enforcement Program?

The NYC Housing Preservation & Development Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) is an intensive enforcement initiative targeting the city's most neglected residential buildings with chronic housing code violations and landlord neglect. Buildings are enrolled in AEP when they accumulate 200+ total violations or 20+ immediately hazardous Class C violations, or demonstrate patterns of heat/hot water failures, emergency repair orders, and persistent tenant complaints.

Once enrolled in AEP, properties face severe enforcement measures including emergency repairs performed by HPD contractors at full cost plus administrative fees (averaging $150,000), rent collection restrictions preventing all rent increases until compliance is achieved, mandatory correction of all violations under strict HPD-imposed deadlines, monthly comprehensive inspections, civil penalties for non-compliance, automatic referral to litigation if violations persist, and potential Article 7A receivership proceedings that strip all ownership control.

Currently over 2,000 NYC buildings are enrolled in AEP, representing the city's most distressed residential properties. AEP enrollment severely impacts property operations, finances, and ownership rights. Emergency repair costs are placed as liens on properties, rent restrictions eliminate revenue growth, frequent inspections increase violation discovery, and failure to achieve compliance within 2-3 years results in 7A receivership proceedings. Proactive monitoring prevents AEP enrollment through early violation correction and provides immediate alerts for enrolled buildings to minimize financial damage and expedite program exit.

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AEP enrollment results in emergency repair costs averaging $150,000 (placed as liens), rent freeze eliminating income growth, and if compliance isn't achieved within 2-3 years, automatic referral to 7A receivership stripping all ownership control for 5-10 years. Early detection and rapid response are essential to minimize financial catastrophe.

AEP Enrollment Triggers

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Violation Thresholds

200+ total open violations, or 20+ Class C immediately hazardous violations

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Emergency Repair Pattern

Multiple emergency repair orders for heat, hot water, or hazardous conditions

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Heat/Hot Water Failures

Chronic heating system failures during heating season with repeat complaints

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311 Complaint Volume

Excessive 311 complaints indicating widespread building condition problems

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HP Action History

Multiple tenant HP actions in housing court for repair failures

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Hazardous Conditions

Lead paint violations, structural hazards, fire safety failures, rodent infestations

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Owner Non-Responsiveness

Pattern of ignoring HPD notices, missing inspections, failing to make repairs

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Tenant Harassment Indicators

Service interruptions, failure to provide essential services, lockout attempts

Consequences of AEP Enrollment

AEP enrollment triggers severe enforcement measures that significantly impact property operations, finances, and ownership rights.

Emergency Repairs & Costs

HPD performs emergency repairs at owner's expense with full cost recovery plus fees.

• HPD performs all emergency repairs
• Average cost: $150,000 per building
• Costs include 15% administrative fee
• Placed as liens on property
• Due immediately upon completion
• Enforceable through tax lien sale

Rent Collection Restrictions

Severe limitations on rent collection and increases until compliance achieved.

• No rent increases allowed
• Rent freeze during AEP enrollment
• Potential rent reduction orders
• Tenant rent withholding rights
• Restrictions last until full compliance
• Significant revenue impact over years

Intensive Enforcement

Heightened oversight, frequent inspections, and escalation to litigation.

• Monthly comprehensive inspections
• Strict repair deadlines enforced
• New violations issued at each inspection
• Civil penalties for non-compliance
• Automatic referral to litigation
• 7A receivership if violations persist

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Why AEP Monitoring Is Critical

Prevent Financial Catastrophe

• Early violation detection prevents AEP enrollment: Monitoring violation thresholds allows proactive correction before reaching 200+ violation AEP trigger
• Avoid emergency repair costs: AEP emergency repairs average $150,000 placed as liens - early detection enables owner-directed repairs at market rates
• Protect rental income: Rent freeze during AEP enrollment eliminates revenue growth for 2-3 years causing cumulative losses of $100,000+
• Prevent receivership proceedings: Failure to exit AEP within 2-3 years triggers 7A receivership with costs exceeding $500,000 and lasting 5-10 years
• Maintain property financing: AEP enrollment triggers loan defaults, prevents refinancing, and blocks property sales

Expedite AEP Exit

• Track violation correction progress: Monitor real-time status of all violations requiring correction for AEP exit eligibility
• Meet compliance deadlines: Alerts for inspection schedules, repair deadlines, and certification requirements prevent delays in exit process
• Document sustained compliance: Track 6-12 month compliance period required to demonstrate sustained improvements for program exit
• Minimize program duration: Proactive monitoring reduces average AEP enrollment from 3+ years to 18-24 months saving significant costs
• Restore rental income growth: Faster AEP exit restores ability to increase rents and implement capital improvement increases

Steps to Exit AEP

Follow these steps to achieve compliance and secure removal from the Alternative Enforcement Program.

Correct All Violations

Clear all Class B and C violations. Reduce total violations below threshold levels. Address all hazardous conditions.

Pass HPD Inspection

Schedule comprehensive HPD inspection. Demonstrate full compliance with housing code. Provide required certifications.

Sustained Compliance

Maintain compliance for 6-12 months. Pass follow-up inspections. Demonstrate ongoing building maintenance.

Financial Settlement

Pay all emergency repair costs and liens. Settle civil penalties. Receive formal HPD approval for AEP removal.

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