On September 10, 2026, Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas announced the assignment of two newly appointed Civil Court judges to New York City’s Housing Court system. Judge Steven Park will preside over the Bronx Housing Court, while Judge George Gardner III has been placed in the Manhattan Housing Court.
Both judges were recently appointed to the New York City Civil Court, the branch of the municipal judiciary that oversees a broad range of civil matters, including the specialized Housing Courts. Their assignments come as the city continues to manage a substantial docket of landlord‑tenant disputes, a core function of the Housing Courts.
The Bronx Housing Court, now under Judge Park’s jurisdiction, handles cases ranging from eviction proceedings to habitability complaints within the borough. Similarly, the Manhattan Housing Court, where Judge Gardner III will serve, addresses comparable issues for tenants and landlords in Manhattan. The two courts operate as integral components of the larger Civil Court system, processing a high volume of cases each year.
Chief Administrative Judge Zayas highlighted the importance of maintaining adequate judicial resources to meet the demand for timely resolutions in housing matters. By positioning Judge Park and Judge Gardner III in these boroughs, the administration aims to sustain the courts’ capacity to address the city’s ongoing housing challenges.
The appointments reflect the city’s broader effort to ensure that its Housing Courts remain staffed with qualified judges capable of handling the complex and often urgent nature of landlord‑tenant litigation. As the courts continue to see a steady flow of cases, the presence of these two judges is expected to support the efficient administration of justice for New York’s renters and property owners.