Civil Court - New York County

About This Court

The Housing Part of the Civil Court at 111 Centre Street hears landlord-tenant and small claims matters. Proceedings are digitally recorded.

Digital audio recordings are available free of charge. You may listen onsite or obtain a copy by bringing your own USB drive.

Who Can Request

Any party to a Housing Court case, including landlords, tenants and their attorneys, may request audio recordings or transcripts. Members of the public can also request records by identifying case details.

What You Can Request

• Certified transcript: Yes. Official transcripts are available.
• Audio copy: Yes. Audio listening copies may be available.
• On-site listening: Yes. You may request to listen to the recording at the courthouse.

Recording method: Digital audio recording

What You Need (Data Checklist)

• Case name and index/docket number
• Date(s) of the proceeding
• Judge's name and courtroom/part (if known)
• Your contact information (name, phone, address)
• Selected transcription vendor from the approved list

Step-by-Step Process

1. Gather case details. Collect your case name, index/docket number, hearing dates, and the judge's name.
2. Choose a transcription vendor. Review the approved vendor list and contact vendors to compare rates. Note your selected vendor.
3. Complete the request form. Fill out the Request for Audio Record (CIV-LT-90) with your case information.
4. Submit your request. Available methods: mail, in-person. Address: 111 Centre Street, Room 488, New York, NY 10013
5. Pay for the transcript. The vendor will contact you with a cost estimate. Pay the vendor directly. Fee waivers may be available for those who qualify.
6. Receive your transcript. Turnaround time varies; expect 2-4 weeks for standard service. Expedited service may be available at additional cost.

Costs & Timelines

• Transcript fees: Vendors charge per page; expedited service costs more.
• Audio copies: Free of charge.
• Timeline: Audio copies typically available within a few days. Transcripts may take several weeks.
• Fee waivers: Apply for a fee waiver (poor person application) if you cannot afford transcript costs.

Required Forms

Fee Waiver (Poor Person Relief)

Fee waiver may be requested through general poor person application

To apply for a fee waiver, you'll need these forms:

• Application to Waive Court Costs, Fees, and Expenses (UCS-FW1)
• Notice of Motion to Waive Court Costs, Fees, and Expenses (UCS-FW2)
• Affirmation of Service (Motion to Waive Fees) (UCS-FW3)
• Order – Application to Waive Court Costs, Fees, and Expenses (UCS-FWO1)