Housing (Landlords)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7977: Extends protections to tenants of cooperative housing entities

Extends protections to tenants of cooperative housing entities by expanding the definition of landlord to include cooperative entities; defines cooperative entities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tenant protections by defining cooperative entities as landlords, strengthening tenant rights under housing laws.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7586: Prohibits increase in maximum rents unless essential tenant services are maintained

Prohibits any increase in the average monthly rental of a property by a limited-profit housing company unless the appropriate local housing agency certifies that there exists no recorded violations against such property or that all recorded violations have been cleared, corrected or abated, and that such company is maintaining all essential services required to be furnished.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prevents rent increases unless essential services are maintained, directly protecting tenants from unfair hikes during service failures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6511: Requires lessors to provide a copy of a lease agreement upon written request of a residential lessee

Requires lessors or their authorized agent to provide a copy of a lease agreement upon written request of a residential lessee within thirty calendar days from the date of such request.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates landlords provide lease copies to tenants, directly enhancing tenant transparency and protection - a core housing policy component.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3275: Establishes a housing court

Establishes a housing court for actions and proceedings involving the enforcement of state and local laws for the establishment and maintenance of housing standards; requires such court to establish an escrow account; provides that any landlord that owns twenty units or less shall be entitled to free legal services if such landlord can prove a loss of at least twenty percent of rent payments in a calendar year; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes housing court to enforce housing standards, requiring escrow and strengthening tenant protections via dedicated legal enforcement mechanism.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2065: Establishes a rental assistance loan-to-grant program to assist landlords due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Establishes a rental assistance loan-to-grant program to assist landlords of small rental properties who have lost rental income due to the inability of the landlords' tenants to pay rent during the COVID-19 state disaster emergency; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides financial assistance to landlords to maintain rental properties during pandemic, supporting housing stability and preventing property abandonment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 571: Prohibits landlords, lessors, sub-lessors and grantors from demanding brokers' fees from a tenant

This bill prohibits landlords, lessors, sub-lessors, and grantors from requiring tenants to pay broker fees as part of the rental process. It directly affects residential tenants by eliminating a common cost added to rent applications or lease signings. The law allows landlords to still charge for background checks and credit checks but bans all other fees like broker commissions before or at the start of a tenancy. Exceptions apply to specific housing types, including retirement communities, assisted living facilities, and certain cooperative housing arrangements. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEliminates tenant broker fees, reducing rental costs and enhancing affordability, directly supporting tenant protection and affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1264: Requires a mortgagor to provide notice of imminent foreclosure

This bill requires property owners (mortgagors) to notify current or prospective tenants about imminent foreclosure before renewing or signing a lease. Specifically, owners must send a copy of the foreclosure summons and complaint via certified mail at least two weeks prior to any lease action. Failure to provide this notice results in a $500 credit against the tenant's rent per violation. The law directly affects tenants facing potential displacement and property owners managing rental properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires foreclosure notice to tenants, preventing sudden displacement and providing rent credit for violations, directly strengthening tenant protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Mortgages Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 7, 2026

A 1768: Prohibits landlords from requiring a fee for nonessential services in a tenant's base rent

Prohibits landlords from requiring a fee for nonessential services in a tenant's base rent, including cable, internet and garage usage, as a condition of leasing a dwelling; excludes buildings with less than three dwelling units.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from bundling services (cable, internet, garage) into base rent, increasing transparency and reducing unexpected tenant costs, aligning with tenant protection indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1568: Prohibits landlords from refusing to deal with certain people solely because those people were involved in prior summary proceedings

This bill (A 1568) prohibits landlords and housing providers from refusing to rent or sell housing to tenants solely because they were involved in past, current, or ongoing landlord-tenant court cases (summary proceedings under Article 7 of the Real Property Law). It adds this specific history to New York’s anti-discrimination law, making such refusal an unlawful practice - except when a tenant failed to comply with a court order. The law applies to all housing providers, including those managing publicly-assisted housing and new developments, and covers both direct refusals and misleading statements about neighborhood changes tied to these cases.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits housing discrimination based on prior landlord-tenant court cases, aligning with criminal justice reform by protecting civil rights and reducing barriers for individuals with legal histories.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits housing discrimination based on prior tenant-landlord court cases, strengthening tenant protections under anti-discrimination law95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Courts Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1086: Establishes protection for senior citizens against unwarranted eviction

Establishes protection for senior citizens against unwarranted eviction; requires plaintiff/landlord to file an affidavit determining whether or not the respondent is a senior citizen and sets forth guidelines and procedures for a default eviction against a senior citizen, including representation of counsel; defines senior citizen as persons aged 62 or over for purposes of the real property actions and proceedings law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects senior tenants (62+) from unwarranted eviction via affidavit requirements and legal counsel mandates, strengthening tenant rights under housing law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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