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Every Section 8 unit in NYC must pass a Housing Quality Standards inspection. Here's what inspectors look for and how to prepare.

Every year, Section 8 voucher holders must complete an annual recertification to continue receiving rental assistance.

Adding a new household member to your Section 8 voucher requires approval from both your Housing Authority and your landlord before they move in.

In New York City, landlords cannot refuse to rent to someone solely because they have a Section 8 voucher. This has been the law since 2008.

You have the same legal remedies available as with any non-paying tenant, plus the Housing Authority can take action against the tenant's voucher.

The Housing Authority screens for program eligibility, but landlords are still responsible for evaluating whether an applicant will be a good tenant.

Three different agencies administer Section 8 vouchers in NYC, each with their own application process, waitlist, and contact information.

HUD's new NSPIRE standards replace HQS inspections in 2027, but smoke alarm and CO detector requirements are already in effect. Here's what landlords need to know.

NYCHA processes HAP payments within one business day of receiving HUD funds. Here's when to expect your Section 8 payment and what to do if it's late.

Section 8 landlords can request rent increases once per year, but the rent must pass a reasonableness test. Here's how the process works.