Landlords receive rent payments from the City on behalf of public assistance clients. These payments are generally mailed directly to landlords.

Landlords who need information or are having a problem with rent payments can get help.

• Agency: Human Resources Administration
• Phone Number: (718) 557-1399
• Business Hours:
• Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours, except on City holidays. Automated assistance is also available in Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian, and Spanish. Most languages are available through a staff person. If you get a fast busy signal or hear a message that the number is not in service, please call back later for assistance.