NYC Renter Guides

Checklists and walkthrough tips you can use on a tour. with photos and tables included.

How Long Does a Landlord Have to Fix a Violation in NYC?

'Picture this: your NYC apartment''s heat cuts out mid-winter, or mold creeps

How Long Does My Landlord Have to Restore Heat?

Shivering in your own home with no heat? You're not alone-landlords have

How Long Does My Landlord Have to Return My Security Deposit in NYC?

Moved out of your NYC rental and staring at an empty mailbox, wondering where

How Long Does My NYC Landlord Have to Fix a Bed Bug Problem?

Uncover NYC landlord timelines for bed bug fixes under Local Law 84: 7-day inspections, 30-day treatments, and HPD standards. Know your rights, enforc...

How Many Elevators Should a NYC High-Rise Have?

'Picture this: you''re late for a meeting in a soaring NYC high-rise, tapping

How Many Pest Violations Are Too Many in an NYC Building?

Uncover how many pest violations make an NYC building unlivable. Learn HPD Class A/B/C rules, roaches, rodents, bedbugs issues, no fixed limits, sever...

How Much Can a NYC Landlord Charge for a Security Deposit?

Ever signed a NYC lease only to face a security deposit demand that feels

How Much Can a NYC Landlord Charge for an Application Fee?

'Picture this: You''re eyeing that perfect NYC apartment, only to face a

How Much Can Rent Increase in a Stabilized NYC Apartment?

Discover how much rent can increase in a stabilized NYC apartment. Learn 2024 RGB guidelines, one/two-year lease rates, vacancy rules, preferential re...

How Much Notice Must My Landlord Give Before Raising Rent?

'Picture this: Your landlord drops a rent hike notice that feels way too

How Often Must NYC Landlords Exterminate?

NYC landlords must comply with Section 27-2017 of the Housing Maintenance

How to Check Eviction History for NYC Buildings

Learn how to check eviction history for NYC buildings using eCourts Portal, WebCivil, and HPD data. Uncover holdover vs. nonpayment cases with step-by...