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<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWinter in New York State can bring a slew of <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n When renting an apartment, snow removal <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n You should carefully review your lease to see <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n If snow removal responsibilities were not <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Heating your apartment is something you might <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n If everything is up to par but you are still <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n New York State law requires landlords to supply heat<\/span><\/a> to tenants from October 1 to May <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Cold temperatures, snow, and ice can all bring <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Familiarize yourself with the plumbing in your <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Avoid parking your vehicle under areas where <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Keep updated on local parking regulations <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n If you opt for street parking and your city <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n As a matter of convenience, finding a long-term <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n
\nsituations with your apartment that you might not think about during the warmer
\nmonths of the year. When the snow falls and the temperature drops, questions
\nabout things like <\/span>snow removal<\/span><\/a>, heating, <\/span>property maintenance<\/span><\/a>, and parking may come to
\nmind. Continue reading for things to know when renting an apartment in the
\nwinter.<\/span><\/p>\nSnow
\nRemoval<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
\narrangements are generally disclosed in your lease. Usually the property owner
\nis responsible for shoveling<\/span><\/a> the sidewalk, but in some cases,
\nthese tasks can be delegated to the tenant in the lease agreement<\/span><\/a>. Snow removal laws vary from
\ncity to city, but there are often ordinances in place requiring a property
\nowner to remove any snow from a public sidewalk<\/span><\/a> within 24 hours of snowfall.
\nIf the snow is not removed within this timeframe, some municipalities reserve the
\nright to hire someone to remove the snow and charge the property owner with the
\nbill, as well as any applicable fines.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\nif there are any specifications about snow removal for your apartment. If
\nshoveling responsibilities were delegated to you in your lease, you should
\nfamiliarize yourself with your local ordinance for snow removal so that you can
\nstay in compliance and avoid any potential consequences.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\nmentioned in your lease and your walks aren\u2019t being shoveled, contact your landlord<\/span><\/a> to arrange a plan. In some cases, you
\nmay be able to save a few extra bucks on your rent if you agree to take over
\nthe shoveling duties.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nHeating<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
\nnot think about during the warmer months and it can be hard to know how well your
\napartment will hold heat<\/span><\/a> before the time comes to turn
\nthat thermostat up. If you find your apartment isn\u2019t holding enough heat,
\ncontact your landlord to ensure the heat is on and everything is functioning as intended<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\nchilly, you can experiment with adding things like thermal curtains, weather
\nstripping, and rugs to warm up your space. Space heaters are also an option for
\nadding additional heat into your apartment, however they can pose fire risks.
\nMake sure to read this article<\/span><\/a> to understand how to safely use a
\nspace heater.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\n31. According to the NYS Attorney General\u2019s Office<\/span><\/a>, if the outdoor
\ntemperature falls below 55\u00b0F between six a.m. and ten p.m., your apartment\u2019s
\ntemperature must be heated to at least 68\u00b0F, and if the outdoor temperature
\nfalls below 40\u00b0F between the hours of ten p.m. and six a.m., your apartment
\nmust be heated to at least 55\u00b0F.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nProperty
\nMaintenance<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
\ndifferent hazards to the property you\u2019re renting. Generally speaking, your
\nlandlord is responsible<\/span><\/a> to repair damages to a rental
\nproperty unless you are deemed solely responsible for the damage. Even so, it\u2019s
\na good idea to be prepared to respond to situations like frozen pipes<\/span><\/a> and damage from snow plows or ice
\nbefore they occur.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\napartment, including how to turn off the water in the event of a frozen or burst pipe<\/span><\/a>. You can take preventative measures
\nto keep your pipes from freezing by regulating the temperature in your
\napartment. While you may be tempted to save a few extra bucks<\/span><\/a> on heating, a pipe
\nburst can cause thousands of dollars in damages.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\nicicles may form, and safely remove any icicles using a ladder and roof rake.
\nIf you\u2019re finding icicles are frequently forming outside your apartment, you
\nmay want to alert your landlord as this may be evidence of an ice dam on your
\nroof, which could lead to roof or wall damage. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\nStreet
\nParking<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
\naround your unit. Most municipalities have seasonal rules in place prohibiting
\novernight street parking – either during winter months or directly following a
\ncertain amount of snowfall – to allow snowplows to fully clear the roads. If
\nyou frequently park on the street, you may need to find another long-term parking
\noption to avoid any tickets and allow workers to fully plow your street. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\nonly prohibits street parking after a certain amount of snowfall, stay updated
\non the weather forecast and be prepared to move your vehicle in case the snow accumulates<\/span><\/a> overnight. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\nparking solution away from the street is preferable and can protect your
\nvehicle against potential damage from snowplows or other vehicles on the road<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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