Integrated Physical Needs Assessments (IPNA)

A clear plan for building repairs,energy savings, and long-term investment

Yadav Solutions Inc. provides Integrated Physical Needs Assessments for multifamily and affordable housing properties throughout New York City. We combine building condition assessments with energy, water, and resident health evaluations to help owners prioritize improvements, estimate costs, and plan for the future.

NYSERDA Pre-Qualified IPNA Provider

Yadav Solutions, Inc. appears on the official NYSERDA IPNA Pre-Qualified Firms List as the Energy Assessor for Team #5, alongside Dack Consulting Solutions as the Needs Assessor. The full, current list of approved providers is also maintained on the official NYSERDA IPNA webpage.

Why is an IPNA necessary?

An IPNA is often required when an affordable housing property seeks rehabilitation or preservation financing through housing agencies, including the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). It documents the building's needs and helps establish a practical scope of work for proposed improvements. Requirements depend on the property and financing program.

Beyond a financing requirement, an IPNA helps owners answer essential questions: What needs attention now? Which systems are approaching replacement? Where can efficiency improvements reduce operating expenses?

Learn more through NYC HPD's IPNA information page
HPD / IPNA affordable housing assessment

How can your property benefit?

Support financing applications

Document repair needs, estimated costs, and recommended improvements for applicable affordable housing preservation programs.

Identify opportunities to lower utility costs

Evaluate heating, hot water, lighting, controls, insulation, and plumbing fixtures for potential energy and water savings.

Plan capital spending

Prioritize urgent repairs and schedule future replacements based on observed condition and estimated remaining useful life.

Coordinate repairs and efficiency upgrades

Evaluate improvements together so planned replacement work can also improve building performance.

Improve resident comfort and living conditions

Identify opportunities to address moisture, ventilation, and other building conditions affecting residents.

What YSI delivers

Our assessments translate site observations, utility records, and building information into clear recommendations. Whether you manage one building or an entire portfolio, YSI helps you turn assessment findings into an actionable improvement plan.

  • Identified deficiencies
  • Repair priorities
  • Estimated improvement costs
  • A capital replacement schedule
  • Projected energy and water savings with simple payback where applicable

Explore NYC HPD & NYSERDA Resources

HPD offers preservation financing programs for different property needs. Depending on the program and eligibility, assistance may include low-interest rehabilitation loans or tax exemptions. Financing approval and terms are determined by HPD and the applicable program.

Planning building improvements or pursuing preservation financing?

Contact Yadav Solutions Inc. to discuss your IPNA needs.