Housing (Tenant Rights)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7214: Limits the amount of time to submit supporting documentation for major capital improvements

This bill requires landlords seeking rent increases based on major building improvements to submit all required documentation within 120 days of completing the work. It directly affects property owners in New York City who want to request higher rents under rent control laws for capital improvements like heating, plumbing, or roofing systems. The key provision sets a strict 120-day deadline for submitting paperwork - failure to meet this window means the rent increase request cannot be approved. The bill does not change the maximum allowable rent increase amount but adds this procedural deadline to ensure timely processing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enforces strict 120-day deadline for rent increase documentation under rent control, preventing landlords from circumventing tenant protections by delaying paperwork.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8245: Relates to remedies for a violation of the prohibition on a landlord from refusing to rent due to a tenant's involvement in a prior dispute

Provides penalties when a landlord of a residential premises refuses to rent to a potential tenant on the basis that the potential tenant was involved in a past or pending landlord-tenant action or summary proceeding.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination by penalizing landlords who refuse tenants due to prior disputes, directly strengthening tenant protections per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 2542: Relates to including the illegal conversions of dwelling units in the definition of harassment

This bill amends New York City's administrative code to define illegal conversions of dwelling units as a form of harassment. It specifically adds two new provisions: (1) illegally subdividing rooms, moving walls, or relocating buildings without legal permission, and (2) occupying units that violate multiple dwelling laws. These changes directly affect landlords who make unauthorized apartment conversions and tenants experiencing such violations. The law would allow tenants to pursue harassment claims against landlords who violate housing regulations through improper conversions. The bill is currently pending in the Housing Committee.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill defines illegal apartment conversions as harassment, enabling tenants to pursue legal remedies against unsafe housing violations, strengthening tenant protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7533: Expands definition of eligible senior citizen and disabled person with respect to condominium and cooperative conversion

Expands definition of eligible senior citizen and disabled person to include any member of the tenant's household lawfully occupying the premises as such person's residence who is 62 years of age with respect to condominium and cooperative conversion to provide protection to disabled and senior citizen non-purchasing residents of buildings that undergo cooperative or condominium conversions under an eviction plan even where such residents are not tenants of record in the buildings.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tenant protections for seniors/disabled residents during condo/co-op conversions, preventing displacement of non-tenants of record. Directly strengthens tenant rights in housing transitions.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 3758: Expands definition of eligible senior citizen and disabled person with respect to condominium and cooperative conversion

Expands definition of eligible senior citizen and disabled person to include any member of the tenant's household lawfully occupying the premises as such person's residence who is 62 years of age with respect to condominium and cooperative conversion to provide protection to disabled and senior citizen non-purchasing residents of buildings that undergo cooperative or condominium conversions under an eviction plan even where such residents are not tenants of record in the buildings.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tenant protections for seniors/disabled during housing conversions, preventing displacement of non-tenants of record in condo/co-op conversions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 29, 2026

A 1501: Prohibits requiring that an individual have a court proceeding initiated against them in order to qualify for a rent arrears grant or ongoing rental assistance

Prohibits requiring that an individual have a court proceeding initiated against them in order to qualify for a rent arrears grant or ongoing rental assistance.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves court requirement for rental assistance, easing tenant access to support and preventing housing instability95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6574: Relates to a private right of action concerning sidewalk sheds

This bill allows tenants in New York City (population over 1 million) to sue landlords who maintain dangerous or improperly permitted sidewalk sheds (temporary structures over sidewalks during building repairs). It applies to sheds without active permits, left for over 30 days without necessary repairs, or posing safety risks to life or property. Tenants must give landlords 30 days’ written notice before suing (with exceptions for bad faith), but do not need to prove actual harm to obtain a court order stopping the danger. Tenants can also seek damages and attorney fees if the lawsuit is successful. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections by enabling lawsuits against unsafe sidewalk sheds, directly addressing safety concerns for tenants in housing contexts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6787: Requires landlords to furnish each tenant either renewing or entering into a lease with a document describing the rights and duties of landlords and tenants

Requires landlords to furnish each tenant either renewing or entering into a lease with a rider describing the rights and duties of landlords and tenants; requires the rider to conform to the intent of section 5-702 of the general obligations law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to provide tenant rights documentation, strengthening tenant protections per General Obligations Law section 5-702.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 3218: Prohibits certain surcharges on self-installed dishwashers in housing accommodations subject to rent control

Prohibits surcharges on self-installed dishwashers in housing accommodations subject to rent control when the tenant pays for electric utility service.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord surcharges on tenant-installed dishwashers in rent-controlled housing, reducing tenant costs and protecting tenant rights in affordable housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 16, 2025

A 8702: Extends certain provisions relating to the COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program

This bill extends the funding deadline for New York's COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program, keeping it operational through September 30, 2025. It directly affects renters and landlords who rely on this state-funded program to cover housing costs during the pandemic emergency. The key provision amends an existing law to delay the expiration of specific program provisions, ensuring continued eligibility for assistance until the new deadline. The extension applies to the state's emergency rental assistance program established under prior legislation.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends emergency rental assistance funding through 2025, preventing homelessness and supporting renters' housing stability under affordable housing protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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