BNN | Bronx Building Residents Sue Denali Management Over Infestations, Repairs

Originally published by Muhammad Jawad via BNN on Feb. 28, 2024 Residents of a Bronx apartment complex are taking legal action against Denali Management, alleging negligence in addressing severe infestations and repair issues. The lawsuit aims to spotlight the broader issue of landlord accountability in New York City and may set a precedent for strengthening […]

 
 

BNN | Bronx Building Crisis: Tenants Battle Denali Management Over 200 Violations and Fire Aftermath

Originally published by Olalekan Adigun via BNN on Feb. 28, 2024 Learn about the dire challenges faced by Bronx apartment residents at 115 East 169th St. as they fight against neglectful management, health risks, legal battles, and community solidarity. Residents of a Bronx apartment at 115 East 169th St. are caught in a dire struggle […]

 
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Residents still recouping lost income, fighting eviction almost 4 years after start of COVID-19

Originally published by NEWS12, Marisa Marcellino and Adolfo Carrion   It’s been almost four years since COVID-19 began impacting New Yorkers, and many residents are still struggling to get back lost income and avoid eviction. Community Action for Safe Apartments (CASA) rallied outside of Bronx Housing Court on Thursday to ensure their members have a place to […]

 
 

Ralliers gather outside of Rent Guidelines Board hearing on price hike in rent-stabilized homes

  Ralliers gathered in the Bronx along the Grand Concourse following a public hearing at Hostos Community College on the proposed price hike for rent-stabilized homes in New York City. The suggested increases are between 2%-5% for one-year leases and 4%-7% for two-year leases. Protesters say this is unacceptable, claiming that this can push tenants out […]

 
CASA members rally in opposition to proposed rent hikes. 

Bronx residents rally to demand rent-controlled community

Originally published by News 12 The Bronx, May 24, 2023 Some Bronx residents are making their voices heard ahead of an upcoming community public hearing, asking for a rent-controlled community. This comes as protesters, many of whom say they are immigrants, claim that their rent has doubled or tripled, reaching a point where they struggle […]

 
 

Highbridge tenants on rent strike file lawsuit against landlord

Originally published May 2, 2023 via Brooklyn News 12   A group of Highbridge tenants currently on a rent strike say they aren’t giving up in their fight to get safer living conditions and have filed a lawsuit against their landlord. Tenants at 1230 Woodycrest Ave. claim that the landlord has not fixed overdue repairs in their apartments, such as collapsing walls […]