Rental Ripoff Hearings
“Rental Ripoff” Hearings in all five boroughs will offer New Yorkers a microphone to share poor conditions and unconscionable business practices.
You're invited to New York City's first-ever Rental Ripoff Hearings to give New York City tenants the platform to share their experiences with poor housing conditions and unfair business practices in their homes.
You do not need to attend the hearing in the borough you live in. But you do have to register to come in person. Space is limited. If we are able to accommodate your request, we will send a confirmation email with details including timing and location closer to the hearing. The information on the registration form will only be shared within the Mayor's Office.
Attendees will have the opportunity to provide policy recommendations, share testimony one-on-one with agency leadership, and learn about the City's housing resources.
New Yorkers can discuss the challenges they face—from poor conditions and repair delays to unconscionable business practices and non-rent fees. City leaders from agencies focused on tenant stability, housing quality, and consumer protection will be there to listen.
Your testimony will directly inform policy changes to strengthen city policies to protect tenants. This is your chance to tell City government what's working, what isn't, and what needs to change.
Registration is required. You can attend at any borough location. If you cannot attend a hearing, we will have options for submitting digital testimony coming soon.
Immediate habitability or health and safety complaints should continue to be reported to 311.
