A Safe Home Is Your Right.
Living with mold, leaks, pests, or unsafe conditions? You don't have to face landlord neglect alone. Healthy Homes Legal helps NYC tenants understand their rights, document housing problems, and explore their legal options.
How We Help
Tell Us What's Happening
Share the problems you're experiencing in your home. We listen without judgment and take every situation seriously.
Document the Conditions
Learn how to collect photos, records, communications, and other evidence that can support your case.
Understand Your Options
Our team helps eligible tenants evaluate possible next steps, including legal assistance when appropriate.
Housing Issues We Address
Mold & Moisture
Persistent mold, water damage, leaks, and dampness that affect your health and safety.
Heat & Hot Water
Lack of adequate heat in winter or consistent hot water — both are legal requirements in NYC.
Pest Infestations
Cockroaches, mice, rats, and other pests that landlords are legally obligated to address.
Structural Hazards
Broken stairs, crumbling ceilings, faulty wiring, and other dangerous building conditions.
Landlord Neglect
Repeated failure to make repairs or respond to maintenance requests despite legal obligations.
Other Unsafe Conditions
Any condition that threatens the health, safety, or habitability of your home.
Safer Homes. Stronger Communities.
We believe safe housing is foundational to healthy families and thriving communities. By helping tenants stand up for their rights, we work toward lasting improvements in housing conditions across New York City.
- Trustworthy and credible
- Accessible and people-focused
- Action-oriented and supportive
- Rooted in housing justice
You Deserve a Safe Place to Call Home.
Tell us what is happening in your apartment and take the first step toward understanding your options.