Most property owners and managers in New York know that asbestos abatement is regulated. What fewer realize is that the obligation doesn't begin when renovation starts - it begins the moment you own or operate a building where asbestos-containing materials are present.

If you hold an Asbestos Inspector certificate in New York, you can find asbestos and document what you find. The moment you start telling anyone what the risk means or what to do about it - you need the Asbestos Management Planner certificate.

Article 173 of the NYC Health Code will lower the thresholds for what constitutes “lead-contaminated dust” — and add new laboratory accreditation requirements for anyone testing for it. If you work in lead-based paint inspection, abatement, or property management in New York City, this proposed rule affects you.

When it comes to lead based paint, if you are a contractor, property manager, or tradesperson working in the Tri-State area, you’ve likely heard the acronym RRP. But staying compliant when dealing with lead based paint isn't just about avoiding fines—it’s about safety, professional integrity, and legal authorization to operate.

The NYS Lead Rental Registry Law is now an active mandate for property owners and managers across 25 designated "Communities of Concern."