Dear Subscriber,
Nearly 20,000 households were evicted last year. Though there are definitely instances where such action is warranted—but there are plenty of others where the issue is more complicated. That’s what we’ve been investigating.
In 2018, the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)—the city’s largest landlord—evicted 838 families. In housing court, NYCHA brings cases against tenants who don’t pay rent or violate other policies. But what about cases where NYCHA doesn’t hold up its end of the bargain by providing acceptable living conditions? There are also questions as to whether tenants are receiving the legal notices to appear in court; even if they are, making arrangements to appear in court can be challenging.
Another red flag concerns NYCHA’s plan to transfer developments to private management. At one development, it seems to have led to more evictions. When NYCHA residents are evicted, there is a high likelihood they will face homelessness.
Our team recently analyzed the latest eviction-related data from the city’s Department of Investigation, and City Limits Associate Editor Harry DiPrinzio spoke to NYCHA residents affected by or facing eviction. The result is a powerful analysis of a complex topic.
We’ll continue to report on housing challenges because it’s our job to keep you informed on the myriad issues affecting New Yorkers. This helps us all hold our city’s institutions accountable.
Reporting like this is made possible by readers like you. Will you support our locally-minded journalism by donating to City Limits today?
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Warmly,
Adina Berliant-McDougall
Development Manager
City Limits
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