Can a Landlord Evict You for Filing a 311 Complaint in NYC?

No. Retaliatory eviction for filing a 311 complaint is illegal in New York City. Under NYC Administrative Code, landlords cannot raise rent, reduce services, or begin eviction proceedings in retaliation for a tenant reporting housing conditions to a city agency.

If you believe you are facing retaliatory action, you can contact the Legal Aid Society at legalaidnyc.org or Legal Services NYC at legalservicesnyc.org. Documenting your complaint history is important — our renter's guide to 311 complaints covers how to use your complaint record in housing court.

You can view and share your building's full 311 record at 311tracker.com.