The Civil Court of the City of New York consists of 3 parts: General Civil, Housing, and Small Claims. General Civil cases includes matters where parties are seeking monetary relief up to $50,000. The Housing Part hears landlord-tenant matters and cases involving maintenance of housing standards.
How do I fill this out? Begin by filling out your personal information and contact details. Provide the details of the case including case number and parties involved. Indicate whether other parties agree with your request. Clearly state your request to the Court in the designated section.
If you want to start an HP action against the property owner, go to the Clerk's Office at the Housing Court. You do not need a lawyer to start an HP case. For more information about HP actions, visit the website of the New York State Unified Court System.