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If the owner still does not respond you can do any (or a combination of) the following: Read the NYC Dept. of Housing Preservation & Development's (HPD) guide to Tenants' Rights and Responsibilities and/or File a Complaint with HPD. HPD can order the landlord to make repairs and/or fine the landlord.

A Landlord Fails to Make Necessary Repairs Your rental apartment or house must meet basic requirements to be considered safe and livable, such as safe electrical wiring, working plumbing, heating, and hot water. In New York City, you can file a so-called “Housing Part” or “HP” case in the Housing Court.

Go to the Landlord-Tenant Clerk's office and fill out a court form called a Petition in Support of an Order to Show Cause. If you can, bring your lease, rent receipts, utility bills and mail addressed to you at your home. If the Judge signs the Order to Show Cause, you will get a court date a day or two away.

While awaiting action on your rent reduction, call the New York City Citizen Service Center at 311 (TTY 212-504-4115) to reach the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) Central Complaint Bureau, write by certified mail, return receipt requested, or online at www1.nyc.gov/311.

Can Tenants Sue Landlords for Emotional Distress? In short - yes. Every resident of the United States has the right to file a civil lawsuit against another they believe caused them harm. Still, the right to file a suit does not mean the court will agree and award damages.

The Texas Workforce Commission ("TWC") is the entity responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act in the State of Texas. You have one year after an alleged violation to file a complaint, but you should file it as soon as possible. The following information will be requested: Your name and address.

Schedule an Appointment with the NYC Commission on Human Rights. To schedule an appointment with the Commission, call the Commission's Infoline at (718) 722-3131 or dial 311 and ask for the NYC Commission on Human Rights.