Product Description

Stay compliant with New York City Local Law 147 by posting this Residential Building Smoke Policy Disclosure Sign in your property’s lobby or common areas. This HPD-required sign clearly displays the building’s smoking policy, helping protect residents from exposure to secondhand smoke and ensuring transparency in accordance with NYC housing regulations.

Crafted from durable aluminum, this sign is built to withstand wear and maintain legibility over time. Its Black background with bold black lettering provides maximum visibility for tenants, visitors, and inspectors.

Key Features:

• Size: 8.5 inch x 14 inch – HPD standard format

• Material: Heavy-duty aluminum, rust-free, long-lasting

• Design: White background with bold black letters for clarity

• Mounting: Pre-drilled holes in each corner for easy installation

• Corners: Rounded for safety and professional appearance

• Thickness: 0.023 of an inch for durability without bulk

• HPD Requirement: Yes – complies with NYC HPD Local Law 147 (Smoke Policy Disclosure)

• Sign Type: Wall mounted – suitable for lobbies and common areas

This sign is required by law for multiple dwellings with three or more residential units. Posting it in a conspicuous location such as the lobby ensures compliance and promotes healthier, smoke-free living conditions.

 Legal Reference

• NYC Local Law 147 of 2017 – Requires owners of residential buildings with three or more units to adopt and disclose a smoking policy.

• NYC Admin. Code §17-505 – Smoke-Free Air Act, bans smoking in indoor common areas.

 Benefits for Property Owners

• Stay compliant with HPD regulations and avoid violations.

• Provide transparency to tenants and guests.

• Support a healthier living environment free from secondhand smoke.

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HPD Residential Building Smoke Policy Disclosure Sign (Local Law 147)

Understanding the Law

New York City Local Law 147, effective August 28, 2018, requires all residential building owners with three or more units to create a written smoking policy and disclose it clearly to tenants. The purpose of this law is to promote transparency, protect tenants from secondhand smoke exposure, and ensure compliance with public health standards.

Owners must post this Smoke Policy Disclosure Sign in a conspicuous location within the building, typically in the lobby or another highly visible common area. The sign must outline the building’s rules on smoking, where it is permitted or prohibited, and reference the applicable law.

Key Elements of the HPD Smoke Policy Sign

The El Blanco Line HPD Residential Building Smoke Policy Disclosure Sign includes:

• Building Address field (required for identification).

• Definitions: Clarifying “smoking” and “electronic cigarette” usage, covering cigars, cigarettes, hookahs, non-tobacco products, and vaping devices.

• Building Common Areas: Lobbies, hallways, stairwells, fitness rooms, laundry areas, garages, storage rooms, and any tenant/maintenance work areas.

• Smoke-Free Air Act: NYC Admin. Code §17-505 prohibits smoking and e-cigarette use in indoor common areas of residential buildings with three or more units.

• Policy Details: Building owners must state where smoking is restricted—whether in residential units, balconies, porches, or within 15 feet of entrances, exits, and windows.

• Benefits of the Rule: Educates tenants on the health risks of secondhand smoke and highlights cleaner, safer air quality.

• Resources for Quitting: Tenants are provided with 866-NY-QUITS and www.nysmokefree.com as cessation resources.

• Complaint Procedure: Instructions on how to report violations, including contact details for the owner or manager.

• Policy Effective Date: Owners must indicate when the policy became effective, providing legal documentation of compliance.

Why Compliance Matters

Failure to comply with Local Law 147 can result in HPD violations and fines. More importantly, it ensures that tenants are fully informed of their rights and the building’s rules regarding smoking. Posting the sign helps:

• Reduce health risks associated with secondhand smoke.

• Avoid disputes between tenants regarding smoking complaints.

• Provide clarity on enforcement for property owners and managers.

• Align the building with NYC’s broader public health initiatives.

Placement Requirements

• Must be posted in the lobby or another visible common area.

• Sign must be made of durable, tamper-resistant material such as aluminum.

• The disclosure must remain legible, visible, and up to date.

El Blanco Line Compliance Sign

The El Blanco Line HPD Smoke Policy Disclosure Sign is designed to meet all HPD requirements:

• Material: Durable aluminum, rust-free.

• Size: 8.5" x 14" (standard HPD format).

• Finish: White background with black bold lettering for visibility.

• Mounting: Pre-drilled holes in each corner for easy wall installation.

• Corners: Rounded for safety.

• Code Reference: Local Law 147 and NYC Admin. Code §17-505 are cited directly on the sign.

Final Note for Owners

Posting the HPD Smoke Policy Disclosure Sign is more than a legal requirement—it’s a statement of responsibility toward tenants’ health and safety. By complying with Local Law 147, owners demonstrate their commitment to transparency, good management, and public health standards in New York City.

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