Jennifer Gutiérrez: Tenants Need To Be Informed

Bushwick's city council rep says informed tenants are better tenants.

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Jennifer Gutiérrez: Tenants Need To Be Informed

Bushwick's city council rep says informed tenants are better tenants.

At Bedford Gardens, Tenants Rally Against Rent Hike

"It’s never been this bad,” protestors say about a proposed rent increase

How to Apply to New York’s New Covid Homeowner Assistance Fund

Information on the state’s new Homeowner Assistance Fund, including details on who is eligible, how to apply and what documents you may need.

Tenants In Bushwick Are Fighting ‘Free Month’ Rent Concessions

A new ruling in the case could be a 'colossal setback' for landlords

‘Communities Resist’ is Defending Tenants Against Housing Discrimination and Harassment

Local nonprofit helps tenants fight against housing displacement, landlord harassment, and gentrification

State Judge Extends Eviction Moratorium Until October, Citing ‘Sudden High-Volume Influx of Eviction

The moratorium does little to protect the 14,000 tenants whose evictions began before the coronavirus pandemic.

Bushwick Named Amongst 100 Most Expensive ZIP Codes in NYC

Williamsburg, East Williamsburg, and Bushwick, all ranked in the first half of listed ZIP codes.

See Exclusive Photos: Bushwick Tenants Sue Landlords for Severe Neglect

After a fire in 2008 at 299 Troutman Street, units were abandoned and the owners ignored the need for repairs.

Governor Cuomo Signs Loft Law Clean-Up Bill Amid Messy Community Debate

The bill has been years in the making and protects many of the city’s loft tenants from eviction.

Public Advocate Introduces Bill to Mandate Racial Impact Study in City Rezoning Process

“It is a critical step in the struggle to stop the displacement and gentrification of neighborhoods of color.”

Bushwick Rezoning Aims for Industrial Job Growth and Affordable Housing, Locals Remain Skeptic

Despite tensions, the community meeting held Wednesday remained civil for the most part.

Tenant’s Rights Spotlight: Can I Keep my Cat?

Are landlords allowed to evict you for having pets?

Evictions in Bushwick Are on the Rise While Overall NYC Cases Have Fallen

Roughly 28 percent of residents in Bushwick pay more than half of their wages toward rent.

Anti-Segregation Campaign for Housing is Launched in Bushwick

Elected Brooklyn Officials and local advocates fight for racial justice before neighborhood rezoning plans come to life.

Another NYCHA Public Housing in East Williamsburg Without Heat

NYCHA struggles to keep tenants warm and provide regular maintenance.

Friday Fast Fact: Almost 300 Cases Filed Were Filed Against Bushwick Landlords in 2018

Here's a roundup of the housing cases brought against Bushwick landlords this past year.