COVID-19 Update: JustFix.nyc is operating, and has adapted our products to match preliminary rules put in place during the COVID-19 crisis. While NYC is in Phase 2, we still recommend full precautions. Thanks to tenant organizing during this time, renters cannot be evicted for any reason until August 6. Visit Right to Council’s Eviction Moratorium FAQs to learn more.

Sue your landlord for Repairs and/or Harassment through an Emergency HP Action proceeding

An Emergency HP Action is a legal case you can bring against your landlord for failing to make repairs, not providing essential services, and/or harassing you. This service is free and secure.

Due to the covid-19 pandemic, Housing Courts in New York City are only accepting cases for the following conditions, or others that threaten the health and safety of your household:

  • no gas
  • no heat
  • no hot water
  • lead-based paint
  • vacate order issued
  • toilet not working
  • harassing you
  • no gas
  • no heat
  • no hot water
  • lead-based paint
  • vacate order issued
  • toilet not working
  • harassing you

    • Start my case

    Would you prefer to have personal assistance to start your case?
    Call the Housing Court Answers hotline at 212-962-4795 Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.


    Have you been given an eviction notice? This is illegal. An Eviction Moratorium is currently in place across New York State. Learn more