NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development

The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is responsible for creating, maintaining, and improving affordable housing within the city. It works to ensure residents have safe, decent, and affordable places to live by overseeing building safety, supporting affordable housing development, and enforcing housing regulations. HPD also collaborates with various partners to prevent homelessness and promote equitable neighborhood development. Its mission is to preserve the quality and availability of affordable housing for all New Yorkers, especially those most in need.