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Housing Information Classes for Tenants, Homeowners, and Property Managers

HPD’s housing information classes provide information on a variety of housing issues to tenants, homeowners, and property managers in New York City. The classes are free, led by experts, and held virtually on Zoom. Please see the session topics below for descriptions. Any information shared during these classes is subject to change and does not constitute legal advice.

To register, click on the class below or visit the Events page (click on "filter by category" and select Housing Information Classes).

All NYC Residents

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Housing Court: What to Expect

Navigating Housing Court can be daunting. Learn Housing Court processes, types of legal cases, and what to expect. It also addresses how tenants can seek recourse through Housing Court, such as to compel an owner to improve housing conditions. This class does not offer nor constitute legal advice.

Topics covered:

  • How to navigate Housing Court
  • Right to Counsel: free and low-cost legal assistance for tenants
  • Different types of cases: access, non-payment, housing part actions, and holdover evictions
  • Illegal lockouts
  • Where to seek help

This class presented by Housing Court Answers is intended for tenants and property owners.

April 23 at 6pm - REGISTER HERE

Pests: Eliminate Rodents, Bedbugs, and Roaches using Integrated Pest Management

Residential building owners in New York City are required to take steps to keep their buildings free of mice, rats, roaches, and bedbugs. “Integrated Pest Management” is an affordable and safe approach to pest control. We will also cover owners’ responsibilities to eliminate pests, review the annual inspection requirements, and discuss when to use a licensed contractor.

This class presented by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is intended for tenants and property owners.

This class presented in collaboration with NYC Public Schools and Parent University

Rental Housing Discrimination and Harassment

Discrimination and harassment are illegal! Learn about how and who the New York City Human Rights Law protects: From “protected classes” like age or ethnicity, to protections based on sources of income and disabilities. The NYC Commission on Human Rights is here to help!

This class presented by NYC Commission on Human Rights is intended for tenants, landlords, and realtors.

This class presented in collaboration with NYC Public Schools and Parent University

Renters/Tenants

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NYC Housing Connect: The Affordable Housing Lottery

NYC Housing Connect is the portal to find and apply for affordable rental and homeownership opportunities across the five boroughs of New York City.

Topics covered:

  • What is affordable housing
  • Using NYC Housing Connect to find affordable housing
  • How to prepare to apply for affordable housing
  • What to expect after applying for affordable housing

This class presented by HPD Housing Connect is intended for anyone looking for affordable housing in New York City

This class presented in collaboration with NYC Public Schools and Parent University

Tax Prep, Affordable Housing Prep, and Free Financial Advising from Ariva

This class presented by Ariva.org is intended for low-income tenants and homeowners.

Homeowners/Property Managers

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Owning a Home in NYC

All the various departments and regulations can make homeowners dizzy. We sort them all out for you, tell you who does what and where to go with concerns, problems, or questions. Learn the basics of owning a home in New York City, including the roles of key City agencies and what they require.

This class presented by the HPD Office of Neighborhood Strategies is intended for homeowners. *Please note that it will not cover how to become a homeowner.

This class presented by HPD Housing Connect is intended for anyone looking for affordable housing in New York City

March 5 at 6pm - REGISTER HERE - This class presented in collaboration with NYC Public Schools and Parent University

Department of Buildings: Rules, Permits, Summons, and More

Come learn how to navigate the NYC Department of Buildings’ online resources including DOB NOW, Building Permits, Certificate of Occupancy (COB) and the Building Information System (BIS). Owners who have existing “open” OATH summonses issued by a DOB Inspector can also learn how to resolve these.

This class presented by NYC Department of Buildings is intended for homeowners, property owners, and property managers.

Lead-Based Paint Basics: NYC Requirements for Building Owners

The City's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act (Local Law 1 of 2004) requires landlords to identify and remediate lead-based paint hazards in the apartments of young children, using trained workers and safe work practices. This class will provide information about how to identify, remediate, and notify tenants about lead paint-based hazards; it will also describe how to remove violations and what resources are available to help.

This class presented by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is intended for homeowners, property owners, and property managers.

Energy Efficiency and Solar Power for Homeowners

Everywhere in NYC solar panels are being installed on roofs. Learn about how to use solar power for your home and other ways to reduce your electricity bill through energy efficiencies in the home. Can heat pumps replace your old furnace? Are any of these right for you and your home and who should you talk to?

This class presented by Kinetic Communities is intended for homeowners.

April 10 at 6pm - REGISTER HERE

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