A jail sentence for its landlord grants little reprieve for a suffering Bronx apartment building, now slated to go to auction
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Residents seek court action to stop alleged interference in organizing efforts
Calls to 311 well over previous year’s pace — but few landlords see penalties
It’s a question frequently heard these days on the streets of New York City: Can I get a break on my rent after losing heat, hot water or power for weeks? The answer, say tenant lawyers and property owners, is yes – in principle.
Experts advise: bundle up, and don’t use stoves for warmth
In New York City, the Rent Guidelines Board determines maximum rent hikes for about 1 million rent stabilized apartments. Tomorrow, the board will hold a preliminary vote on the next round of increases. We want to know: How does the Rent Guidelines Board calculate what landlords can charge their tenants? If you have information or […]
State ends money-making off ‘tenant blacklist,’ but private vendors continue to sell litigants’ information
‘Tenant blacklist’ persists despite court administrators’ promise to shield data
