ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Can my landlord evict me if I ask for repairs?

Updated on: August 19th, 2026

No. It is illegal for a landlord to evict you, raise your rent, or make a major change in your rental agreement because you:

  1.  Ask in writing for needed repairs,
  2.  Report bad conditions in your apartment or building to the Board of Health orother local officials,
  3. Join a tenants’ organization, or  Withhold rent because of bad conditions.