Housing
Most people spend most of their time at home - so the household environment can significantly affect health. Disrepair that stems from long-term maintenance neglect can lead to serious health problems, including: lead poisoning from lead paint; asthma and other respiratory issues triggered by pests; and carbon monoxide poisoning.
In NYC, substandard housing is disproportionately located in low-income neighborhoods, as historical disinvestment lead to severe, systemic maintenance deficiencies that threatens people’s health. No family should have to choose between affordable and healthy housing - all tenants are entitled to safe, decent, healthy housing that prevents disease and injury.
Rats in your neighborhood
Rat inspections for each property, and neighborhood-level rat data.
Interactive Heat Vulnerability Index
Map of neighborhood heat vulnerability, and the neighborhood characteristics that affect it.
Rat Mitigation Zones
Rats can contaminate food, spread disease and reduce our quality of life. Rat Mitigation Zones (RMZ) are areas with high levels of rat activity, where City agencies focus …
Real-time heat-related illness
Data tracking heat-related emergency department visits during hot weather.
