Permanent Exclusion and Applying to Lift Exclusions

One of NYCHA's strategies for promoting resident safety is to bring administrative actions against tenants for dangerous conduct by them or members of their household. NYCHA will seek Permanent Exclusion of dangerous individuals living in NYCHA while allowing the head of household and the rest of the family to remain. Residents can apply to have the exclusion lifted. This page provides information and resources relating to both Permanent Exclusions and the Lifting of Permanent Exclusion.

Application to Lift Permanent Exclusion

Read and download NYCHA’s Application to Lift Permanent Exclusion and Instructions for lifting.

Recommender Contact Form for Individuals Who Have Been Permanently Excluded from NYCHA Public Housing

Read and download NYCHA’s form and instructions for recommenders who want to support an Application to Lift Permanent Exclusion. You may download the form and instructions here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Permanent Exclusion FAQs page provides information about Permanent Exclusion, Lifting of Permanent Exclusion and related initiatives on removing dangerous people from NYCHA and facilitating family reunification.

General Information

For more information about Applying to Lift a Permanent Exclusion, please call 212-306-6024.

Report on Outcomes of Administrative Actions Relating to Permanent Exclusion and Termination of Tenancy for Non-Desirability