Form 12 Request to Add a Household Member - New York City

What Is Form 12?

This is a legal form that was released by the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development - a government authority operating within New York City. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a Form 12?
A: Form 12 is a request form used in New York City to add a household member to a lease.

Q: Who can use Form 12?
A: Any tenant living in a public housing development or receiving Section 8 voucher assistance in New York City can use Form 12.

Q: What is the purpose of adding a household member?
A: Adding a household member allows the additional person to become a legal occupant of the rental unit and potentially be eligible for assistance.

Q: What information is required on Form 12?
A: Form 12 requires the name, date of birth, and relationship to the tenant of the household member being added.

Q: Are there any restrictions on who can be added as a household member?
A: Yes, there are certain restrictions on who can be added as a household member, including income restrictions and limitations on the number of occupants per unit.

Q: What happens after I submit Form 12?
A: After submitting Form 12, NYCHA will review the request and determine if the household member can be added to the lease.

Q: Is there a fee to submit Form 12?
A: No, there is no fee to submit Form 12.

Q: Can I add a household member if I have a roommate?
A: No, you can only add a household member if you are the primary leaseholder or head of household.

Q: Can I remove a household member after adding them?
A: Yes, you can remove a household member by submitting a written request to NYCHA.