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Evictions at NYCHA ‘PACT’ properties mirror private housing in NYC, audit finds

Eviction rates at New York City Housing Authority properties managed under the Permanent Affordability Commitment Together, or PACT, program are significantly higher than those at traditional NYCHA developments, a new audit from Comptroller Brad Lander’s office found. In Fiscal Year 2024, the eviction rate for PACT properties was 0.57%, compared to just 0.12% for traditional […]

Private company running Brooklyn public housing complex fired for repeated failures

We rely on your support to make local news available to all Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2026. Donate today Gothamist is funded by sponsors and member donations A private company managing a Brooklyn public housing complex was quietly fired late last year after the developer who hired the firm said it […]

Hundreds Threatened With Eviction in Botched NYCHA Paperwork ‘Crisis’

A bureaucratic nightmare from the city housing authority and private building managers led to a 2,000% increase in tenants losing their Section 8 rental subsidies. Eviction notices followed. Find our journalism more easily when you are searching for local coverage. Add The City Reporter on Google The New York City Housing Authority mistakenly informed private management companies […]

Tenant Associations: How to Call for an Election

If your Tenant Association believes a Preservation Trust Election is the right next step for your development, it’s important to follow the correct process. Calling for an election requires formal action, clear communication, and compliance with the applicable guidelines. This guide walks you through each stage of the process—from confirming your association’s eligibility and gathering […]

What RAD/PACT Really Means for Your Building

If you’ve heard the terms RAD (Rental Assistance Demonstration) or PACT (Permanent Affordability Commitment Together) but aren’t sure what they mean, you’re not alone. These programs are designed to bring much-needed funding to public housing communities by allowing properties to access private financing while remaining permanently affordable. For residents, the goal is to improve building […]

Residents Rally for Preservation Trust Elections

Across communities, residents are coming together to support Preservation Trust Elections as a way to invest in the future of their buildings. By organizing, sharing information, and engaging their neighbors, tenants are taking an active role in shaping decisions that affect their homes and communities. Preservation Trust Elections give residents the opportunity to vote on […]