NYC Made Simple

New York rules, made simple.

Know what your parking tickets cost, pass the FDNY exam your job needs, and check your rent increase. Free tools, plain answers.

The violation code is the 2-digit number printed on your ticket.

Tools

Parking ticket calculator

Add every ticket you have. See your total, the late penalties piling up, and how close you are to the $350 boot and tow limit.

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FDNY fire guard exam practice

Practice tests and timed mock exams for the F-01 and F-60 Certificates of Fitness, with every answer explained.

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Rent-stabilized increase calculator

Find the most your landlord can raise a rent-stabilized lease on renewal, using the Rent Guidelines Board order for your start date.

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Built from official sources

Fines, exam facts and rent rules come from the Department of Finance, the FDNY and the Rent Guidelines Board.

Made for your phone

Every tool works on a small screen, on a slow connection, without an account.

Free to use

No sign-up and no fees. Your tickets and answers stay in your own browser.

Common questions

Are these tools free?

Yes. Every calculator and practice test is free, with no sign-up.

Is this an official city website?

No. NYC Made Simple is independent. We use public information from the FDNY, the NYC Department of Finance and the Rent Guidelines Board, and you should always confirm with the official source before paying, disputing or testing.