Housing (Renters)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1510: Relates to the timely cashing of rent checks

Relates to the timely cashing of rent checks; requires a landlord to cash a rent check provided by a tenant in their possession within thirty days after the check is postmarked.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to cash rent checks within 30 days, directly protecting tenant financial rights and preventing delays in payment processing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1603: Relates to succession rights for rent stabilized housing

This bill reduces the residency requirement for family members to inherit rent-stabilized housing from two years to one year. It directly affects family members (as defined by law) of tenants who permanently vacate a unit, including senior citizens or disabled individuals meeting the same one-year standard. Key provisions clarify that temporary absences for reasons like military service, education, hospitalization, or employment do not interrupt the required residency period. The change simplifies succession rules for existing rent-stabilized units, making it easier for qualifying family members to take over tenancy without meeting the previous longer residency threshold.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingReduces residency requirement for family inheritance of rent-stabilized housing, strengthening tenant protections and preserving affordable housing units per bill's focus on succession rights for vulnerable groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes military service as a non-interrupting absence for residency, protecting veterans' housing succession rights under rent-stabilized housing laws.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6397: Establishes security deposit options for certain tenants

Establishes security deposit options for certain tenants, including but not limited to, an option to pay any deposit or advance to rent or use residential real property or a dwelling unit.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes security deposit options for tenants, strengthening tenant protections by providing flexible payment alternatives for housing costs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 6729: Relates to the installation of appliances or fixtures by tenants

Prohibits landlords from restricting the installation of appliances or fixtures by tenants; provides that the landlord is not compelled to change utilities or alter the unit for such installation; prohibits surcharge where tenant pays utilities directly to provider; requires a tenant restore appliances or fixtures to the condition they were prior to being installed or allowing such appliances or fixtures remain in the rental unit at no cost to the landlord; defines "appliances or fixtures".

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord restrictions on tenant-installed appliances/fixtures, strengthening tenant rights and property control within housing.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 10, 2025

A 1417: Relates to the use of algorithmic pricing by landlords for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant

Prohibits a person or entity from knowingly or with reckless disregard facilitate an agreement between or among two or more residential rental property owners or managers to not compete with respect to residential rental dwelling units, including by operating or licensing a software, data analytics service, or algorithmic device that performs a coordinating function on behalf of or between and among such residential rental property owners or managers.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits algorithmic rent coordination to prevent anti-competitive pricing, strengthening tenant protections against coordinated rent hikes that harm affordability.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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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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