CTRC Fact Sheets
Community Training and Resource Center

TenantNet note: These Fact Sheets were published by CTRC in the mid-1990's. Some information will be out-of-date. As far as we know, there have been no updates to these fact sheets. While much of the information may still be valid, the reader should exercise caution.

The Community Training Resource Center (CTRC) is a city-wide not- for-profit organization that champions the rights of modest and low-income tenants and promotes the preservation, improvement, and expansion of affordable housing. CTRC provides training and technical assistance for neighborhood housing groups, community based organizations, legislative staffs and social service providers.

CTRC produces fact sheets on tenants' rights, develops and publishes research reports, and provides a written guide to New York City government processes. CTRC advocates on budget policies that affect housing and related services in low-income neighborhoods. CTRC has led the campaign for the improvement and expansion of the city's Housing Maintenance Code inspection and enforcement services.

General Tenants Rights

• Statutory Rights of Tenants
• Warranty of Habitability
• Rights of Tenants Under the Unlawful Evictions Law
• Rent Security Deposits
• Tenant's Right to Pets
• Fighting Landlord Discrimination and Harassment
• The New York State Anti-Retaliatory Eviction Law

For Rent Regulated Tenants

• Leases and Lease Renewals for Rent Regulated Tenants
• How Tenants Can Avoid a New Equipment Rent Increase
• Overcharges Under New York City Rent Stabilization
• Unlawful Fees and Charges Under Rent Stabilization
• Challenging Rent Control MBR Rent Increases
• Succession
• Complaints to The Division of Housing and Community Renewal
• Rent Reductions for Lack of Services

Services and Repairs

• General Complaint Form
• Heat and Hot Water Complaints
• A Guide to Housing Part Actions

Miscellaneous

• Rent Regulation in New York City
• New York City Historical Rent Guidelines Summaries
• Tenant Research and Resources

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These article are provided as is without any express or implied warranty. While any information in these article is believed to be correct at the time of writing, these articles are for educational purposes only and do not purport to provide legal advice. If you require legal advice, you should consult with a legal practitioner licensed to practice in your jurisdiction.

Community Training Resource Center
47 Ann Street
New York, NY 10038
(212)964-7200

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