NYC Bedbug Filing 2025

As bedbug problems remain a persistent challenge in New York City, it's more important than ever for landlords, tenants, and property managers to understand the latest legal requirements for annual bedbug reporting. Whether you're a new building owner or a seasoned property manager, here's your go-to guide for NYC bedbug filing in 2025.

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🗓️ 2025 Annual Bed Bug Filing: The Basics

Under Local Law 69 of 2017, all NYC multiple dwelling property owners must submit a Bed Bug Annual Report. This report must be filed with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) between December 1 and December 31, 2025.

The report covers bedbug activity from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025.

🧾 What You’ll Need to Report:

1. Total number of residential units

2. Number of units that had bedbugs

3. Number of units where treatment was attempted

4. Number of re-infestations after treatment

📋 Important 2025 Filing Update

🚫 No More Paper Filings for Corporate Owners

If you're a corporate entity (LLC, co-op, condo, or any incorporated business), you must file electronically. HPD has clarified that only non-corporate owners (usually small landlords) can use the paper form—and only if they don’t have access to a computer or email.

Paper filings from corporations will be rejected and marked noncompliant.

🧹 Are Landlords Responsible for Bedbugs in NYC?

Yes. Property owners must:

• Hire licensed exterminators

• Inspect adjacent units and common areas

• Schedule follow-up visits

• Maintain detailed records of treatment

• Tenants should be given a copy of the bedbug filing receipt (either posted publicly or included in lease documents)

See  FAQ for Owners.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 What Should Tenants Do?

If you suspect bedbugs:

1. Immediately notify the landlord or property manager

2. If no action is taken, file a complaint with 311 online or by phone

3. HPD may conduct an inspection—sometimes with a trained bedbug-sniffing dog

See FAQ  for Tenants

⚠️ What If the Owner Doesn’t File or Fix It?

If HPD finds bedbugs:

• The owner receives a Notice of Violation (NOV)

• A Commissioner's Order will direct specific corrective steps.

• Owners must certify correction back to HPD via eCertification
  
  

✅ Quick Checklist for 2025 Bed Bug Filing

✔ Property registration is current
✔ Bedbug activity has been tracked Nov 2024–Oct 2025
✔ Filing will be submitted between Dec 1–31, 2025
✔ Filing is done electronically (unless you're a qualified non-corporate owner)
✔ Filing receipt and DOHMH guide are shared with tenants

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