NYC renter guides

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

How Long Does My Landlord Have to Restore Heat?

Oct 20, 2018

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?

Oct 20, 2018

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

How Many Elevators Should a NYC High-Rise Have?

Oct 20, 2018

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

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

Oct 20, 2018

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?

Oct 20, 2018

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

How Much Notice Must My Landlord Give Before Raising Rent?

Oct 20, 2018

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

How Often Must NYC Landlords Exterminate?

Oct 20, 2018

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

Is My Landlord Required to Provide Laundry in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Staring at a pile of laundry with no washer in sight? In NYC, your landlord

Is My Landlord Responsible for Neighbor Noise?

Oct 20, 2018

That thumping bass at 2 a.m. has you staring at the ceiling again-wondering

Is My NYC Landlord Responsible for Bed Bug Extermination?

Oct 20, 2018

'Imagine waking up to itchy red bites and spotting tiny crawlers on your