NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development

Through the Professional Excellence Program, HPD senior leadership choose staff from their office that most closely represent the theme of the quarter. This cohort, our awardees are being recognized for their exemplary ability to value and respect diverse points of view, and for being innovative in the ways they approach various issues and topics. We celebrate the notable integrity of their character, and their admirable leadership qualities, which include finding the time to inspire, encourage, and motivate others. The recipients of this award are passionate about creating impact, and committed to fostering a supportive, meaningful, respectful, and inclusive culture of belonging that undoubtedly enhances the workplace. We want to take a moment to extend a heartfelt thank you to these incredible HPD-ers who have shown exceptional integrity and leadership, motivating their peers and fostering a culture of belonging. Your hard work, empathy, and kindness make our workplace stronger. Your efforts do not go unnoticed!

Join Building Energy Exchange, NYSERDA, RMI, and Urban Land Institute this #ClimateWeekNYC to learn how leading commercial and multifamily building participants in NYSERDA’s Empire Building Challenge are using forward-thinking planning tools, including design charrettes and the Resource Efficient Decarbonization framework, to produce successful, flexible retrofit projects for their buildings. Following a one-hour hybrid segment of opening remarks and presentations, in-person participants will be able to meet featured EBC partners and ask questions about their decarbonization projects in facilitated discussions with industry leaders, including HPD's Chief Sustainability Officer Jennifer Bloom Leone AIA LEED! Enjoy coffee, tea, and small bites while you engage with industry experts and learn how to incorporate long-term flexibility to future-proof your assets. Free RSVP (September 25, 9 - 11 am EST, online or at the Exchange): https://lnkd.in/eXUA_ppb Explore the Retrofit Playbook for Large Buildings, an online knowledge-sharing platform dedicated to supporting building owners, operators, and their design and engineering teams in creating cost-effective, long-term decarbonization strategies for large buildings: https://lnkd.in/gh3h2UUS

As NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development, Commissioner Adolfo Carrión, Jr is a leading figure in housing & urban planning. From former Bronx Borough President to Director of White House Office of Urban Affairs, he has been a strong advocate for affordable housing for low-income families across NYC for decades. #HispanicHeritageMonth

“You are the eyes, the ears, the soldiers, the men and women who go out there every day to ensure families are living in safe homes. And you’re not going to be popular. Some people who are not doing the right thing won’t be happy that you’re arriving where they are messing up. Do your job with a lot of pride, hold your head up high. YOU are doing a good thing.” —HPD Commissioner Adolfo Carrión Each year, we take a moment to recognize the incredible work our ENS team does throughout Heat Season. Braving the cold and late nights, they conduct vital inspections, hire contractors to make emergency repairs, and ensure landlords are held accountable for their responsibilities. Thank you for working on behalf of fellow New Yorkers to make this City a better, safer, place to live. We appreciate all that you do throughout Heat Season and beyond!

Lisa and Stephanie had spent over a decade applying to various types of affordable housing. Now, they live in a corner unit in a new Midtown West building with floor-to-ceiling windows, a doorman, a washer and dryer and an elevator—for under $900 a month. Read their expert tips and advice from HPD's Aileen Reynolds on how to streamline the process and increase your chances: bit.ly/4fYxCtm

Exciting news! We have launched a new, streamlined application for contractors interested in working with us. Whether it's plumbing, heating, lead remediation, or demolition, your skills are needed now more than ever. If you’re interested in working with the City, join us on Thursday, August 22 to learn how to become a pre-qualified contractor using our new consolidated application. Registration is limited, email CCU@hpd.nyc.gov to RSVP.

“Lucky for me, I was given the opportunity to move into a beautiful apartment, on West 59th street, and I love it. I had been applying to Housing Connect for years. On my birthday they called me and told me I had the apartment. It has been a blessing and a godsent to me.” ~Ghita, Manhattan resident We are proud to announce that NYC had back-to-back record-breaking years for producing and connecting New Yorkers to new affordable homes! For the second year in a row, the City produced the most supportive housing and homes for formerly homeless individuals and families, connected a record number of New Yorkers to affordable housing through CityFHEPS, the housing lottery, and homeless placements, and financed the MOST new affordable homes in history: on.nyc.gov/4d24kbs As we celebrate, we know our work is nowhere close to finished. Now, we need the help of NYC Council and our neighbors to create a “City of Yes” and pass zoning changes to create a little more housing in every neighborhood. A heartfelt thank you to our partners for their role in surpassing our 2023 goals, and to our passionate HPD team for their tireless efforts in affordable housing preservation and creation. Your commitment is changing lives, thank you for all that you do for your neighbors. ❤️

HPD will be participating in Daylight Hour this Wednesday June 20th from 12pm-1pm. Join the campaign and help save 40 Empire State Buildings’ worth of energy in one hour! For more information, visit: https://daylighthour.org/ Stay up to date on HPD's Green Team: https://on.nyc.gov/45WR1W3

Honoring the unsung heroes who build strong foundations both at home and in our neighborhoods. Happy Father's Day from the HPD Team at 100 Gold Street! 🏡