Housing (Renters)

in committee · New York · Assembly May 18, 2026

A 6654: Relates to authorizing a reduction of taxes pursuant to shelter rent

Relates to authorizing a reduction of taxes pursuant to shelter rent; provides that upon consent of the local legislative body in a city with a population of one million or more such taxes may be reduced to five per centum or less, including a full reduction of the annual shelter rent or carrying charges of a project.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes tax reduction on shelter rent projects in NYC, directly providing tax relief per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax reduction on shelter rent projects in NYC likely lowers costs for affordable housing developments, aligning with housing affordability goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6452: Requires rent concessions to be reported to the division of housing and community renewal

Requires rent concessions to be reported to the division of housing and community renewal; requires the inclusion of a statement of net effective rent for units with concessions; requires certain annual statements filed to include reporting of rent concessions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires transparency in rent concessions and net effective rent reporting, enhancing tenant awareness of actual costs, aligning with tenant protection measures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7987: Relates to the reduction of taxes pursuant to shelter rent

This bill amends the private housing finance law to modify local tax exemptions for certain limited-profit housing projects. For these projects located in cities with a population of one million or more, it sets the maximum amount of local and municipal taxes to be paid at zero percent of the annual shelter rent or carrying charges. This effectively removes the previous minimum tax requirement tied to a percentage of shelter rent or 1973 tax levels for these projects. For projects in other municipalities, the local legislative body retains the ability to consent to similar tax reductions, with such consent requiring renewal every ten years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates minimum tax requirement for housing projects in large cities, reducing tax burden on qualifying developments.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves tax burden on limited-profit housing projects in major cities, reducing costs for developers and likely increasing affordability by eliminating minimum tax requirements tied to shelter rent.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Housing Finance Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 489: Establishes the small rental housing development initiative to provide funding to eligible applicants to construct small rental housing developments in eligible areas

Establishes the small rental housing development initiative to provide funding to eligible applicants to construct small rental housing developments in eligible areas.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates funding initiative to construct small rental housing developments, directly advancing affordable housing access through financial support for new housing projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Renters

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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 1592: Relates to the standard of proof for determination of eligibility for public housing based upon remaining family member status

This bill changes the proof required for individuals to remain in New York City public housing after a family member moves out. It lowers the standard of proof to match the requirements used for other city housing programs under rent control laws, making it easier to demonstrate residency. The bill does not affect income eligibility rules for public housing. It applies to all new applications submitted to the New York City Housing Authority on or after January 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingLowers proof standard for public housing residency, easing tenant retention without affecting income rules95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1498: Removes provisions prohibiting N.Y. city from strengthening rent regulation laws to provide more comprehensive coverage than state laws

Removes provisions that prohibit cities of one million or more from strengthening rent regulation laws to provide more comprehensive coverage than state laws.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves state restrictions, enabling cities to implement stricter rent regulations and enhance tenant protections beyond state minimums.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1642: Requires the replacement of certain rent stabilized housing accommodations

Requires rent stabilized housing accommodations lost or destroyed due to fire, natural disaster, act of God, act of war or eminent domain, to be replaced in any succeeding construction on the same parcel.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequiring replacement of rent-stabilized units after loss preserves tenant protections and affordable housing stock, directly advancing housing stability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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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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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 631: Makes reclassification of rent controlled dwelling retroactive to time of decrease in income of members of household of dwelling

This bill (S 631) helps rent-controlled tenants with tax abatements who experience a significant income drop. If a household’s combined income decreases by more than 20% after receiving a tax abatement, they can apply to lower their rent to match the original rent-to-income ratio. The adjusted rent can be made retroactive to when the income dropped, but only back to the date of their most recent approved application (not further). It applies specifically to households with rent-controlled units under existing tax abatement programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for lower-income tenants via rent adjustment under tax abatement program when income drops >20%, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables rent-controlled tenants with income drops to lower rent to maintain affordability, strengthening tenant protections and preserving affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Renters Tenant Rights

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