Housing (Renters)

in committee · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

A 1968: Requires non-preferential opportunity for use of amenities in certain buildings and apartments

This bill requires landlords in New York City buildings with six or more rental units to provide all tenants equal access to common amenities like pools, fitness centers, and parking - without charging fees that are part of rent or make access prohibitive. Landlords may charge reasonable, non-rent fees for amenities but cannot deny access as a condition of renting or reduce rent for denied access (unless amenities were historically provided). Violations carry a maximum $2,000 fine, with a 30-day grace period to fix issues before penalties apply. Enforcement falls to NYC’s Housing Preservation commissioner, who will create complaint systems and rules for implementation. The law directly affects tenants and landlords in qualifying multi-unit buildings citywide.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires equal tenant access to amenities without discriminatory fees, strengthening tenant protections in housing policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1946: Relates to the definition of income for tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities

Relates to the definition of income for tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax abatement for seniors/disabled renters by adjusting income definition, reducing their tax burden per tax relief indicators.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdjusts tax abatement criteria for rent-controlled housing occupied by seniors/disabled, preserving affordability for vulnerable residents without reducing protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Renters

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passed both · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 947: Prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants with fees for the payment of rent through an automated clearing house or online payment system

This bill (S 947) prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants fees for using electronic rent payment methods like online portals or automated clearing house (ACH) systems. It requires landlords to offer at least one fee-free payment option (such as cash or check) and bans them from requiring electronic payment as the sole method. Landlords also cannot charge fees for tenants who choose not to use electronic systems. The law applies directly to tenants and landlords in New York residential leases and takes effect immediately.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord fees for electronic rent payments, reducing tenant costs and strengthening tenant protections under affordable housing policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5462: Relates to methods of billing and/or paying rent

Relates to methods of billing and/or paying rent; provides that a landlord shall accept payment of rent by personal check and by mail; provides exceptions to such payment options when a check has been returned for insufficient funds or payment has been stopped on a check, draft or order.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to accept checks/mail for rent payments, enabling more tenant payment options and aligning with tenant protection indicators.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 25, 2025

S 3198: Requires the division of housing and community renewal to calculate the period of rent reduction due to diminution of services from the date of actual diminution of the services

Requires the division of housing and community renewal to calculate the period of rent reduction due to diminution of services from the date of actual diminution of the services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires rent reduction calculations to align with actual service diminution, strengthening tenant protections against unjust rent charges during service disruptions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 230: Relates to tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by and real property owned by senior citizens or persons with disabilities

Relates to tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by and real property owned by senior citizens or persons with disabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax abatement (reduced taxes) for seniors/disabled on rent-controlled properties, offering tax relief to lower-income groups.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax abatement for rent-controlled properties occupied by seniors/disabled preserves affordable housing and tenant protections, directly supporting vulnerable populations in existing housing stock.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 887: Provides that in New York city, the rent following the dissolution date shall be the last rent authorized for the affected dwelling

Provides that in cities with a population of one million or more, the rent following the dissolution date of Mitchell-Lama developments shall be the last rent authorized for the affected dwelling.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps post-dissolution rent at last authorized rate in Mitchell-Lama developments, preventing sudden rent hikes and protecting tenants from displacement in NYC housing90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6473: Relates to pension income and tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities

S 6473 amends New York's real property tax law to allow senior citizens and people with disabilities living in rent-controlled or rent-regulated housing to use certain pension and benefit income for tax abatement calculations. The bill changes how income is calculated by permitting deductions for income taxes and social security taxes, and including retirement benefits, Social Security, and public assistance while excluding gifts, inheritances, and certain benefit increases. To qualify, tenants must have a pre-July 1, 2024, rent increase exemption order, and the new income calculation must result in a lower tax amount than the previous method. This directly affects eligible residents in regulated housing by potentially reducing their property tax burden based on revised income rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for seniors/disabled by including pension income and allowing tax deductions in property tax abatement calculation, reducing their tax burden.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables seniors/disabled tenants in rent-regulated housing to use pension/benefit income for tax abatement, reducing housing costs and strengthening tenant affordability protections in existing regulated units.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5232: Relates to implementing automatic enrollment for the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated property occupied by senior citizens

Implements automatic enrollment for the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated property occupied by senior citizens; provides for a check box for a taxpayer to opt-out of data sharing and automatic enrollment on their tax return.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for seniors via automatic enrollment in tax abatement program for rent-controlled properties, targeting lower-income renters.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAutomatically enrolls senior renters in tax abatement program, maintaining rent-controlled affordability and protecting vulnerable tenants through property tax incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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passed both · New York · Senate Apr 20, 2026

S 228: Requires manufactured home park owners to provide a written justification for rent increases in excess of three percent of the current rent

Requires manufactured home park owners to provide a written justification for rent increases in excess of three percent of the current rent; provides that increases in costs to justify such rent increase for ordinary maintenance or repair to meet the warranty of habitability obligations must be shown to be necessary.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires written justification for rent hikes over 3%, strengthening tenant protections against arbitrary increases in manufactured home parks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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