Do Not Store Personal Property Sign – NYC HPD Hallway, Basement & Stairwell Safety Code 1027.4.5

Product Description

This aluminum compliance sign clearly states:

“DO NOT STORE OR PARK ANY PERSONAL PROPERTY IN THE PUBLIC DECKS, BASEMENT, HALLWAY OR THE STEPS. ALL SUCH PROPERTY WILL BE CONSIDERED ABANDONED AND WILL BE DISCARDED WITHOUT NOTICE.”

It is designed for New York City residential and mixed-use buildings where tenants often leave bicycles, strollers, clothing racks, or other items in common areas. Posting this notice helps landlords and building managers maintain fire-safety compliance and avoid violations.

• Material: Heavy-duty aluminum, rust-free

• Finish: White background with black letters, easy to read

• Size: Approximately 7″ × 10″ (standard HPD/DOB compliance size)

• Corners: Rounded for safety

• Mounting: Pre-drilled holes for easy wall installation

• Durability: Suitable for indoor and outdoor use

This sign is legally recognized and fulfills the requirement to notify tenants and visitors that personal belongings may not be left in common building areas.

About NYC Code § 1027.4.5

This section of the New York City Fire Code and Building Maintenance Code addresses “Obstructions in Means of Egress.” It specifically prohibits the storage of personal property in any area that serves as a means of egress (hallways, stairwells, basements, decks, or lobbies).

The law was introduced to protect tenants from fire and emergency hazards. Obstructed hallways or stairwells slow down evacuation, block firefighter access, and increase the risk of injury during emergencies.

Key Points of § 1027.4.5:

1. No Storage in Corridors: Bicycles, strollers, clothing racks, shoes, furniture, or any personal property may not be stored in building corridors or stairways.

2. Applies to All Common Areas: Includes basements, hallways, public decks, and steps — essentially any space used by multiple tenants or visitors.

3. Fire Safety Requirement: Clear hallways and stairwells must remain unobstructed at all times to allow safe egress in case of fire.

4. Authority to Discard: Property left in these restricted areas may be treated as abandoned and discarded by building management without prior notice.

5. Violation Consequences: Landlords and property owners who fail to post this sign or enforce the rule may face fines and violations issued by HPD (Housing Preservation and Development), DOB (Department of Buildings), or FDNY.

Why This Sign Is Important

• Prevents Legal Violations: Clearly posting the rule protects owners from HPD or DOB citations.

• Enhances Safety: Ensures that exits, hallways, and staircases are never blocked during emergencies.

• Clarifies Responsibility: By warning that abandoned property will be discarded, it shifts liability away from the landlord.

• Tenant Education: Tenants are reminded daily of the building’s legal obligations under NYC law.

✅ In short: This sign is a compliance tool required under NYC Code § 1027.4.5, serving as both a safety precaution and a legal safeguard for building owners and managers.

This NYC HPD compliant aluminum sign reminds tenants and visitors: “DO NOT STORE OR PARK ANY PERSONAL PROPERTY IN THE PUBLIC DECKS, BASEMENT, HALLWAY OR THE STEPS. ALL SUCH PROPERTY WILL BE CONSIDERED ABANDONED AND DISCARDED WITHOUT NOTICE.”

Made from rust-proof aluminum, this sign is built to withstand indoor and outdoor use. The 7×10 inch format with bold black letters on a white background ensures high visibility. Rounded corners and pre-drilled holes make installation safe and easy.

Required under NYC Code § 1027.4.5, this sign helps building owners, landlords, and property managers maintain compliance with HPD, DOB, and FDNY rules. The code prohibits storage of bicycles, strollers, clothing, or other belongings in hallways, stairwells, and basements, as these obstructions pose serious fire hazards and block emergency egress.

Key Features:

• Meets HPD/DOB hallway storage prohibition requirements

• Durable .023 aluminum with weather-resistant finish

• Easy-to-mount with pre-drilled holes

• Improves fire safety and prevents violations

• Protects landlords from fines by enforcing NYC Code § 1027.4.5

Ideal For:
Residential buildings, co-ops, condos, mixed-use properties, and all NYC landlords required to keep common areas free from obstruction.

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