Housing laws and tenant rights

These official resources explain tenant rights, protections, and housing law guidance in NYC and New York State.

State and city guidance

NY Attorney General - Tenants' Rights Guide (PDF)

NY Attorney General - Tenants' Rights

NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) - Tenant Resources

NYC Tenant Resource Portal

Courts and enforcement

NYC Housing Court

NYC Commission on Human Rights - Housing Discrimination

Rent regulation

HCR Fact Sheet #1 - Rent Stabilization and Rent Control

NYC Rent Guidelines Board - Rent Guidelines