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NYC real estate
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago

Tenants in Brooklyn NYCHA development plagued with elevator outages, malfunctions

Residents at NYCHA's Borinquen Plaza Houses face serious challenges with malfunctioning elevators, posing risks especially for disabled tenants.
fromCity Limits
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Is It So Hard To Eradicate Mold at NYCHA?

NYCHA struggles to remediate persistent mold issues, attributed to aging infrastructure and slow responses in resolving work orders.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
NYC parents

Queens tenants say key fob fiasco is leaving them locked out of apartments

Residents at Queensbridge South feel unsafe due to dysfunctional key fobs and doors, leading them to resort to duct tape for temporary solutions.
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day ago
Renovation

Coney Island woman says bathroom is falling apart and has had little help from NYCHA management

A Coney Island resident struggles for two years with NYCHA management to repair her crumbling bathroom due to a persistent leak.
NYC real estate
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago

Tenants in Brooklyn NYCHA development plagued with elevator outages, malfunctions

Residents at NYCHA's Borinquen Plaza Houses face serious challenges with malfunctioning elevators, posing risks especially for disabled tenants.
fromCity Limits
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Is It So Hard To Eradicate Mold at NYCHA?

NYCHA struggles to remediate persistent mold issues, attributed to aging infrastructure and slow responses in resolving work orders.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
NYC parents

Queens tenants say key fob fiasco is leaving them locked out of apartments

Residents at Queensbridge South feel unsafe due to dysfunctional key fobs and doors, leading them to resort to duct tape for temporary solutions.
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day ago
Renovation

Coney Island woman says bathroom is falling apart and has had little help from NYCHA management

A Coney Island resident struggles for two years with NYCHA management to repair her crumbling bathroom due to a persistent leak.
more#tenant-rights
#housing-policy
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? March 21, 2025

NYCHA tenants are advocating for more resources as federal funding faces cuts.
Cuts at the EPA could endanger lead pipe removal funding in New York.
New zoning in central Brooklyn could bring more jobs and homes.
Addressing homelessness requires a commitment to a "housing first" model.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mayor Adams touts millions for NYCHA, supportive housing, tenant safeguards in self-proclaimed best budget ever' | amNewYork

Mayor Adams announced significant housing investments as part of the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026 budget, focusing on public housing and tenant protections.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

EXCLUSIVE | Lander pitches plan to improve beleaguered NYCHA, gains housing leader support in 2025 NYC Mayor's Race | amNewYork

Brad Lander proposes a plan to enhance NYC's public housing, focusing on repair oversight, funding increases, and tenant involvement.
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Lander Earns Endorsements From Some NYCHA Leaders

Brad Lander's plan aims to address NYCHA's challenges and secure necessary funding for affordable housing.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? March 21, 2025

NYCHA tenants are advocating for more resources as federal funding faces cuts.
Cuts at the EPA could endanger lead pipe removal funding in New York.
New zoning in central Brooklyn could bring more jobs and homes.
Addressing homelessness requires a commitment to a "housing first" model.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mayor Adams touts millions for NYCHA, supportive housing, tenant safeguards in self-proclaimed best budget ever' | amNewYork

Mayor Adams announced significant housing investments as part of the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026 budget, focusing on public housing and tenant protections.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

EXCLUSIVE | Lander pitches plan to improve beleaguered NYCHA, gains housing leader support in 2025 NYC Mayor's Race | amNewYork

Brad Lander proposes a plan to enhance NYC's public housing, focusing on repair oversight, funding increases, and tenant involvement.
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Lander Earns Endorsements From Some NYCHA Leaders

Brad Lander's plan aims to address NYCHA's challenges and secure necessary funding for affordable housing.
more#housing-policy
#public-housing
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Meet Your Tenant Leader: Brenda Temple, Oceanside Apartments

The importance of stable housing is emphasized by NYCHA tenants' struggles and advocacy for better living conditions.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Fire at NYCHA's Brownsville Houses leaves 13 people injured * Brooklyn Paper

A large fire at NYCHA's Brownsville Houses injured 13, with nine hospitalized; investigation ongoing.
Miscellaneous
fromCity Limits
5 months ago

NYCHA Board Green Lights Plan to Demolish & Rebuild Lower Manhattan Developments

The housing authority approved plans to demolish and rebuild the Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses, initiating tenant support measures during the process.
fromBKReader
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Projects Among Winners of NYCHA Climate Action Grants

NYCHA residents are driving local climate action through innovative projects supported by the Resident Climate Action Grant Program.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Brooklyn

Voters at Coney Island Houses reject joining non-profit trust to underwrite repairs

Coney Island Houses tenants voted against the NYC Public Housing Preservation Trust, preferring traditional public housing funding for repairs.
fromQNS
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Evictions spike at NYCHA properties under private partnership program, Comptroller's audit finds - QNS

Eviction rates at PACT-managed NYCHA properties have tripled, raising serious concerns regarding tenant protections.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Meet Your Tenant Leader: Brenda Temple, Oceanside Apartments

The importance of stable housing is emphasized by NYCHA tenants' struggles and advocacy for better living conditions.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Fire at NYCHA's Brownsville Houses leaves 13 people injured * Brooklyn Paper

A large fire at NYCHA's Brownsville Houses injured 13, with nine hospitalized; investigation ongoing.
Miscellaneous
fromCity Limits
5 months ago

NYCHA Board Green Lights Plan to Demolish & Rebuild Lower Manhattan Developments

The housing authority approved plans to demolish and rebuild the Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses, initiating tenant support measures during the process.
fromBKReader
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Projects Among Winners of NYCHA Climate Action Grants

NYCHA residents are driving local climate action through innovative projects supported by the Resident Climate Action Grant Program.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Brooklyn

Voters at Coney Island Houses reject joining non-profit trust to underwrite repairs

Coney Island Houses tenants voted against the NYC Public Housing Preservation Trust, preferring traditional public housing funding for repairs.
fromQNS
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Evictions spike at NYCHA properties under private partnership program, Comptroller's audit finds - QNS

Eviction rates at PACT-managed NYCHA properties have tripled, raising serious concerns regarding tenant protections.
more#public-housing
#housing
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Tenants at NYCHA's Riis Houses Will Vote on Whether to Shift to Private Management

Jacob Riis Houses residents face a crucial decision between joining the PACT program and remaining in Section 9 funding.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

NYCHA Resident Raises Alarm Over Broken Door Lock at Boulevard Houses

A resident raises concerns about a broken entrance door at NYCHA Boulevard Houses, highlighting safety issues and disturbances caused by unrestricted access.
fromCity Limits
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Council Looks to 'Trump-Proof' City Budget, Calls for Extra Housing, NYCHA Funds

NYC Council seeks billions for housing initiatives, addressing NYCHA maintenance and strengthening city housing oversight.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Radical Plans for Public Housing Stir Up Hope, and Doubt

Casa Celina provides vital housing for low-income seniors in the Bronx, addressing senior poverty and changing urban development strategies.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Tenants at NYCHA's Riis Houses Will Vote on Whether to Shift to Private Management

Jacob Riis Houses residents face a crucial decision between joining the PACT program and remaining in Section 9 funding.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

NYCHA Resident Raises Alarm Over Broken Door Lock at Boulevard Houses

A resident raises concerns about a broken entrance door at NYCHA Boulevard Houses, highlighting safety issues and disturbances caused by unrestricted access.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 weeks ago

Council Looks to 'Trump-Proof' City Budget, Calls for Extra Housing, NYCHA Funds

NYC Council seeks billions for housing initiatives, addressing NYCHA maintenance and strengthening city housing oversight.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Radical Plans for Public Housing Stir Up Hope, and Doubt

Casa Celina provides vital housing for low-income seniors in the Bronx, addressing senior poverty and changing urban development strategies.
more#housing
#brooklyn
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Mother, 7-year-old boy found dead in Brooklyn apartment

Authorities discovered a woman and a boy dead in Brooklyn, launching an investigation to determine the circumstances of their deaths.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Woman Alleges NYCHA Apartment Making Sick

Brooklyn woman, Ana Martinez, suffers health problems due to hazardous living conditions in NYCHA's Tompkin Houses.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Teenager Shot in Crown Heights

A teenager was shot in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, and police are searching for a male suspect who fled the scene.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
11 months ago

Colton: Section 8 Waiting List applications open for six days during June

New York City's Section 8 voucher program waiting list will reopen after nearly 15 years for a brief period in June.
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Residents Hospitalized For Smoke Inhalation After NYCHA Building Catches Fire

A fire in a NYCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn led to twelve people, including four children, needing recovery assistance.
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Man, 31, Fatally Shot by Younger Brother in Sheepshead Bay NYCHA Apartment: Police

A fatal shooting occurred between two brothers in a Brooklyn apartment due to a violent clash.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Mother, 7-year-old boy found dead in Brooklyn apartment

Authorities discovered a woman and a boy dead in Brooklyn, launching an investigation to determine the circumstances of their deaths.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Woman Alleges NYCHA Apartment Making Sick

Brooklyn woman, Ana Martinez, suffers health problems due to hazardous living conditions in NYCHA's Tompkin Houses.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Teenager Shot in Crown Heights

A teenager was shot in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, and police are searching for a male suspect who fled the scene.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
11 months ago

Colton: Section 8 Waiting List applications open for six days during June

New York City's Section 8 voucher program waiting list will reopen after nearly 15 years for a brief period in June.
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Residents Hospitalized For Smoke Inhalation After NYCHA Building Catches Fire

A fire in a NYCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn led to twelve people, including four children, needing recovery assistance.
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Man, 31, Fatally Shot by Younger Brother in Sheepshead Bay NYCHA Apartment: Police

A fatal shooting occurred between two brothers in a Brooklyn apartment due to a violent clash.
more#brooklyn
#fdny
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Multiple People Injured in Brownsville NYCHA Fire

A severe fire in a NYCHA building in Brownsville injured 13 people, requiring rescue operations for residents trapped on upper floors.
fromNews 12 - Default
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

FDNY: Crews battle compactor fire at NYCCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn

A compactor fire occurred at a NYCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn, prompting a significant response from the FDNY.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Multiple People Injured in Brownsville NYCHA Fire

A severe fire in a NYCHA building in Brownsville injured 13 people, requiring rescue operations for residents trapped on upper floors.
fromNews 12 - Default
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

FDNY: Crews battle compactor fire at NYCCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn

A compactor fire occurred at a NYCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn, prompting a significant response from the FDNY.
more#fdny
#housing-issues
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Speaking at church, State Sen. Myrie discusses advocacy for NYCHA residents

Sen. Myrie is focused on improving NYCHA conditions and addressing homelessness, highlighting accountability for community leaders.
fromCity Limits
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meet Your Tenant Leader: Miguel Acevedo, NYCHA's Fulton Houses

Community leaders like Miguel Acevedo strive to ensure tenants' voices are heard amid gentrification.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Speaking at church, State Sen. Myrie discusses advocacy for NYCHA residents

Sen. Myrie is focused on improving NYCHA conditions and addressing homelessness, highlighting accountability for community leaders.
fromCity Limits
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meet Your Tenant Leader: Miguel Acevedo, NYCHA's Fulton Houses

Community leaders like Miguel Acevedo strive to ensure tenants' voices are heard amid gentrification.
more#housing-issues
#community-services
fromCity Limits
3 months ago
New York City

City Limits' Most-Read Stories in 2024

The reopening of NYCHA's Section 8 waitlist provided 200,000 households a chance at federal rental vouchers, reflecting pressing housing challenges.
fromCbsnews
7 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn childhood education center fighting to reopen after waiting months for NYCHA to address mold issues

The Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Center struggles to reopen due to unresolved mold issues related to their facilities operated by NYCHA.
fromCity Limits
3 months ago
New York City

City Limits' Most-Read Stories in 2024

The reopening of NYCHA's Section 8 waitlist provided 200,000 households a chance at federal rental vouchers, reflecting pressing housing challenges.
fromCbsnews
7 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn childhood education center fighting to reopen after waiting months for NYCHA to address mold issues

The Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Center struggles to reopen due to unresolved mold issues related to their facilities operated by NYCHA.
more#community-services
#audit
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Audit Finds NYCHA Lacks Oversight of Repairs, Calls for Resident Feedback System

NYCHA's oversight of contractors for repairs is inadequate, raising concerns about fraud and resident dissatisfaction.
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Comptroller audit slams NYCHA over repairs, finds potential millions in wasteful spending | amNewYork

NYCHA's audit revealed significant financial mismanagement, highlighting severe repair issues impacting tenant living conditions.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Audit Finds NYCHA Lacks Oversight of Repairs, Calls for Resident Feedback System

NYCHA's oversight of contractors for repairs is inadequate, raising concerns about fraud and resident dissatisfaction.
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Comptroller audit slams NYCHA over repairs, finds potential millions in wasteful spending | amNewYork

NYCHA's audit revealed significant financial mismanagement, highlighting severe repair issues impacting tenant living conditions.
more#audit
Miscellaneous
fromCity Limits
5 months ago

12 Years After Hurricane Sandy, NYCHA's Red Hook Residents Still Living in a Construction Zone

Residents of Red Hook Houses are frustrated with ongoing construction delays on a $485 million resiliency project, 12 years after Hurricane Sandy.
fromCity Limits
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

More Than 10,000 Public Housing Apartments Abated for Lead, NYCHA Says

NYCHA has completed abatement work in over 10,000 apartments as part of its commitment to lead-free housing.
#rental-assistance
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
6 months ago

State to Give $35M to NYCHA Tenants For Unpaid Rent

NYCHA residents are receiving $35 million in state funding for COVID-related rental arrears to support vulnerable families in New York City.
fromCity Limits
11 months ago
NYC politics

NYCHA to Reopen Section 8 Waitlist After 15 Years. Here's How to Apply

NYCHA is reopening Section 8 waitlist after nearly 15 years closure.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
6 months ago

State to Give $35M to NYCHA Tenants For Unpaid Rent

NYCHA residents are receiving $35 million in state funding for COVID-related rental arrears to support vulnerable families in New York City.
fromCity Limits
11 months ago
NYC politics

NYCHA to Reopen Section 8 Waitlist After 15 Years. Here's How to Apply

NYCHA is reopening Section 8 waitlist after nearly 15 years closure.
more#rental-assistance
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
8 months ago

Dog, crying in pain, found in Lower Manhattan trash compactor

A dog was found in a trash compactor in Manhattan and was humanely euthanized due to severe injuries.
fromNews 12 - Long Island
11 months ago
Information security

55 NYCHA senior buildings in Brooklyn, the Bronx to lose unarmed security service this summer

Residents are losing unarmed security services in NYCHA senior buildings, raising safety concerns.
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