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NYC creates fast track court for tenants in unsafe housing

NYC creates fast track court for tenants in unsafe housing Zachary Whalen Wed, 08/26/2026. 08:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption The housing fast track comes as heating failures and elevator outages in New York City apartments continue to rise.

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NYC creates fast track court for tenants in unsafe housing Zachary Whalen Wed, 08/26/2026.

08:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption The housing fast track comes as heating failures and elevator outages in New York City apartments continue to rise.

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NYC creates fast track court for tenants in unsafe housing Zachary Whalen Wed, 08/26/2026. 08:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption The housing fast track comes as heating failures and elevator outages in New York City apartments continue to rise. | Michael Appleton, Mayoral Photography Office Yesterday, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a new housing court fast track for tenants in unsafe apartments.

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  • It will require qualifying landlords to appear in court within five days of the city or a tenant filing a housing complaint.

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