Housing (Landlords)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3568: Requires all residential leases to disclose tenants' rights

Provides that all residential leases shall contain a detailed description of tenant's statutory rights including among others, warranty of habitability, willful violation of lease, right to participate in tenants' associations, no eviction for good faith complaint, utility payment offset and sublet rights; grants tenant the right to install extra locks; sets out landlord obligations with respect to heating and oil delivery.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates lease disclosures of tenant rights including habitability, no eviction for complaints, and landlord obligations, strengthening tenant protections per housing topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 3569: Allows prospective tenants of rent controlled or rent stabilized housing accommodations to request the complete rent history of such housing accommodations

Allows prospective tenants of rent controlled or rent stabilized housing accommodations to request the complete rent history of such housing accommodations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows tenants to verify rent history in controlled housing, strengthening tenant protections against potential rent hikes or violations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7570: Requires municipal corporations to adopt senior citizen rent increase exemption programs and disability rent increase exemption programs

Requires all municipal corporations to adopt senior citizen rent increase exemption programs and disability rent increase exemption programs within one year.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires rent increase exemptions for seniors/disabled tenants, directly strengthening tenant protections and affordability for vulnerable housing groups.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2023: Relates to a cap on security deposits for residential leases of one year or longer

This bill caps security deposits for residential leases of one year or longer at one month's rent. Landlords cannot charge more than this amount, and additional move-in fees (like pet fees or background checks) must be included within that limit - pet fees max at 25% of the total deposit, other fees at 10%. Most fees must be refundable to tenants, with pet-related fees only retained for cleaning or pet-caused damage after move-out. Violations carry civil fines up to 15% of the annual rent. The bill directly affects landlords and tenants in long-term residential leases.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps security deposits at one month's rent and limits refundable fees, directly strengthening tenant protections and reducing financial barriers to housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 2, 2026

S 1233: Requires landlords to ensure rental properties are equipped with utility services prior to renting such properties

Requires landlords to ensure rental properties are equipped with utility services prior to renting such properties; requires landlords to keep utility services connected in between tenants.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to provide/maintain utilities, strengthening tenant protections in housing as defined by the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 18, 2026

A 9112: Prohibits the use of credit history in the tenant screening process for applicants who are survivors of domestic violence

Provides that a landlord shall not request, obtain, or consider a consumer credit report or credit history for a prospective tenant who provides a written self-attestation that they are a victim of domestic violence, and shall not deny an application for rental housing on the basis of credit history when the applicant is a victim of domestic violence.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects domestic violence survivors from housing discrimination, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of victim support and reducing barriers to stability.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing denial based on credit history for domestic violence survivors and subsidy recipients, strengthening tenant protections and increasing housing access for vulnerable groups.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4313: Tolls the four year statute of limitations look back period on rent overcharges where the owner of a housing accommodation acts in a wrongful or fraudulent manner

Tolls the four year statute of limitations look back period on rent overcharges where the owner of a housing accommodation acts in a wrongful or fraudulent manner.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tenant remedy window for fraudulent rent overcharges, strengthening tenant protection against landlord misconduct.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6363: Prohibits the use of a facial recognition system by a landlord on any residential premises

This bill makes it illegal for landlords in New York to use facial recognition systems or any data collected from them on residential properties, including apartments and homes. It directly affects all landlords managing residential buildings by banning the installation, access, or use of such technology. Violators face civil penalties up to $10,000, and tenants can sue for $1,000 per violation or actual damages, with the state attorney general also empowered to seek injunctions. The law applies immediately to all residential premises without exception.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord use of facial recognition, enhancing tenant privacy protections in residential housing.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBans facial recognition in residential properties, restricting a specific technology application for privacy protection95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7903: Enacts the safe housing transfer for domestic violence victims act

Enacts the safe housing transfer for domestic violence victims act; ensures safe housing transfers for domestic violence victims in public and private housing; requires landlord response within seven days of a relocation request.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnsures housing safety for domestic violence victims, protecting civil rights and supporting victim access to justice within criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates landlords respond within 7 days to domestic violence victim relocation requests, strengthening tenant protections in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 26, 2026

A 1621: Requires a landlord to have clean hands to bring action for rent or eviction in certain cases

This bill requires landlords to maintain habitable housing conditions before pursuing rent collection or eviction. Specifically, landlords cannot file such cases if there are unresolved violations of housing codes (like lack of heat, water, or rodent infestations) that have existed for five days or more in the apartment or building common areas. If violations exist, landlords must file an affidavit claiming the violations were recorded incorrectly or not addressed by authorities, and courts can dismiss the case if these claims are false or violations are proven. The law directly affects landlords seeking legal action and tenants facing eviction or rent demands.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates habitable housing before eviction/revenue actions, directly protecting tenants from unsafe conditions and strengthening tenant rights per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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