Housing & Shelter
Housing Court Answers
Citywide
Information for tenants, landlords and advocates: housing court procedures, landlord-tenant rules, code violations, referrals to free legal help and back-rent assistance.
What they offer
Operates public law libraries in each borough where people can access legal research materials; librarians cannot give legal advice, interpret legal materials, or draft legal language. Remote reference help is also available through the Ask a Law Librarian online chat, text, or email service.
Who can get help
Open to the public.
How to start
Visit in person or use the remote chat/text/email service
Last checked by Second Start on September 26, 2026. Details change, so call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility.
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