Introduction This study examines the relationship between a certain set of sustainability features and default risk in multifamily housing. The sustainability features studied affect both social and environmental concerns including affordability, walkability, auto dependence, exposure to pollution, and proximity to protected open space. All the features studied, except housing affordability, ar...

Fugitive tetrachloroethylene (PCE, perc) emissions from dry cleaners operating in apartment buildings can contaminate residential indoor air. In 1997, New York State and New York City adopted regulations to reduce and contain perc emissions from dry cleaners located in residential and other buildings. As part of a New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) study, indoor air perc levels were d...

Parenting capacity assessment in court evaluations is a particularly complex task, given that it is necessary to consider the vast array of distinct and interrelated aspects and abilities which represent parenting, as well as the elevated number of contextual levels that influence parenting quality. The perspective we want to introduce regards the potentiality of the multifamily group as the el...

Low-rise apartments have a higher risk of criminal victimization than other types housing. This study aimed to gain insight promote crime-proof low-rise rental through questionnaire surveys residents both certified “security apartments” and general apartments. General apartment who valued site lighting emergency alarm systems were likely recognize the economic value certification. Residents sec...

BACKGROUND Persons with severe mental disorders (PSMD) form a highly heterogeneous group. Identifying subgroups sharing similar PSMD profiles may help to develop treatment plans and appropriate services for their needs. This study seeks to establish a PSMD typology by looking at individual characteristics and the amount and adequacy of help received. METHODS The study recruited a sample of 35...

BACKGROUND Cockroaches and mice, which are common in urban homes, are sources of allergens capable of triggering asthma symptoms. Traditional pest control involves the use of scheduled applications of pesticides by professionals as well as pesticide use by residents. In contrast, integrated pest management (IPM) involves sanitation, building maintenance, and limited use of least toxic pesticide...