rent laws

The US Supreme court as seen on a cloudy day.
Affordable Housing
U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear another challenge to NYC’s rent stabilization law
By Celia Young |February 20, 2024 - 12:08PM
Sunset light on public housing project in Harlem, high angle view, New York City, NY, USA.
Affordable Housing
Hochul signs new housing laws to protect NYCHA and market-rate tenants
By Celia Young |November 21, 2023 - 11:00AM
Apartments on the New York City skyline
The Search
Experienced discrimination because you’re renting with a housing voucher? You can report it online through Unlock NYC
By Celia Young |August 24, 2023 - 4:47PM
Image of different people in New York City looking for no-fee apartment rentals
The Search
The best websites for finding a no-fee rental apartment in NYC

… updated daily with crowdsourced tenant feedback submitted anonymously via the website According to openigloo …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 22, 2023 - 9:30AM
Brick apartment buildings on the lower east side.
Affordable Housing
Renting with a voucher: How to get an apartment in NYC if you're using Section 8 or CityFHEPS
By Celia Young |August 2, 2023 - 3:00PM
A living room taken over by a pond.
The Search
What your landlord has to tell you about your apartment’s flood history

… yet finalized the document  … NOTICE OF PROPOSED LEASE ADDENDUM FLOOD RELATED DISCLOSURE … The New York City … research on all fronts not just on flooding but on bed bugs pest control and garbage management Mohamed says  You should also …

By Celia Young |July 19, 2023 - 12:56PM
Brooklyn brownstone apartment buildings at sunset
Roommates + Landlords
I worked in NYC housing court for 20 years. Here are my 3 best tips for tenants squaring off against their landlords
By Celia Young |June 30, 2023 - 11:52PM
Tenant reform advocates with banners calling for good cause eviction laws in Albany
Affordable Housing
Is there any chance Good Cause eviction will pass in this legislative session?
By Emily Myers |June 2, 2023 - 9:30AM