The problem-solving court, a new progressive model, used for cases like drug offenses, can be adapted to solve issues around housing.
Providing an holistic alternative process for landlords, tenants, shelters and social service organizations seeking solutions to housing issues and disputes.
NYC’s court system is flooded with housing disputes. Housing issues can be extremely disruptive to a family yet tenants are seldom properly prepared or protected. A recent study found that in housing disputes in the Bronx:
Roughly half of tenants reported that courtroom staff, including judges, did NOT explain the rules or court procedures to them.
Over half of tenants were pressured by the landlord’s lawyer to make an agreement before speaking to a judge.
The problem-solving court, a new progressive model, used for cases like drug offenses, can be adapted to solve issues around housing.
