CityFHEPS (City Family Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement) is an NYC rental assistance voucher program. Landlords who accept CityFHEPS tenants receive guaranteed rent payments from the city. To participate, contact HRA at 718-557-1399 or visit nyc.gov/hra.
NYC Landlord Resources
NYC Landlord Resources: CityFHEPS, HPD, DHCR & Free Legal Help
A practical guide for NYC property owners - government portals, free legal resources, landlord associations, and financial assistance programs, all in one place.
City & State Agencies
NYC HRA - CityFHEPSnyc.gov/hra718-557-1399 or 311
NYC HPDnyc.gov/hpd311
NYS DHCRhcr.ny.gov718-739-6400 / 1-866-275-3427
NYC Rent Guidelines Boardrentguidelinesboard.nyc212-669-7480
Legal Resources
NYC Bar Associationnycbar.org212-626-7373
NYC Small Claims Courtnycourts.gov311 (claims up to $25K)
NYC Housing CourtAddresses, hours & what to expect →311
Community Mediation (Manhattan/Brooklyn)nypeace.org—
Community Mediation (Bronx)imcr.org—
Community Mediation (Queens)mediatenyc.org—
Landlord Associations
NY Apartment Association (NYAA)—Advocacy & education for NYC landlords
NY Small Housing Association (NYCSHA)—Resources for small property owners
Apartment Professional Trade Society—Industry networking & resources
National Homeowner-Landlord Association—National advocacy & resources
Financial Assistance Programs
CityFHEPS Programnyc.gov/hra718-557-1399 or 311
Landlord Rental Assistance Program (LRAP)otda.ny.govNYS Office of Temporary Assistance
Best practices
Landlord Compliance Checklist
Follow these steps to protect yourself legally and maintain a well-managed property.
- Use written leases with proper NYC disclosure clauses
- Register rent-stabilized units annually with DHCR
- Provide required notices before starting any eviction proceeding
- Document all repair requests and responses in writing
- Collect security deposits in a separate bank account and provide receipts
- Return security deposits within 14 days of tenancy end with an itemized statement
- Respond to HPD violations promptly and in writing
- Keep records of all rent payments received
- Do not attempt self-help evictions - lockouts, utility shutoffs, or removing belongings
- Consult an attorney before refusing to renew a lease or raising rent above legal limits
FAQ
Landlord Resources - Frequently Asked Questions
No. NYC law prohibits discrimination based on lawful source of income, which includes government housing assistance vouchers. Refusing to accept a qualified voucher holder is illegal and can result in a discrimination complaint.
First, issue a written rent demand giving the tenant the required notice period to pay. If they do not pay, file a non-payment petition in Housing Court. Do not change locks, shut off utilities, or remove the tenant's belongings - these are illegal self-help evictions regardless of the nonpayment.
Respond promptly. Address the underlying condition, document the repair with photos and receipts, and file a Certificate of Correction with HPD. Uncorrected violations result in escalating fines and can be used against you in Housing Court proceedings.
Buildings with 6 or more units built before 1974 are generally subject to rent stabilization unless they were deregulated under prior high-income/high-rent rules. You can look up a specific address on the DHCR website or by calling 718-739-6400.