Housing

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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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 689: Relates to the responsibility of a landlord to remediate pest infestations

Provides that the existence of an infestation of pests in a premises occupied for dwelling purposes is a breach of the warranty of habitability, and requires a landlord to keep premises occupied for dwelling purposes free from an infestation of pests, prevent the reasonably foreseeable occurrence of such a condition and expeditiously remediate such condition and any underlying defect.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates landlords to remediate pests and maintain habitability, directly strengthening tenant protections within housing policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7089: Authorizes industrial development agencies to provide assistance to qualified residential facilities

Authorizes industrial development agencies to provide technical and financial assistance to qualified residential facilities; defines "qualified residential facility" as any multi-family residential facility with units that are for sale, in any municipality located within the county of Westchester, and which is located in an urban renewal area.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes financial/technical assistance to residential facilities in urban renewal areas, directly supporting housing development through agency funding.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 6869: Prohibits discriminatory practices by real estate appraisers and furthers fair housing compliance

This New York bill bans real estate appraisers from discriminating based on race, gender identity, disability, or other protected traits (like immigration status or marital status) when determining property values. It applies to all appraisers - including unlicensed individuals who market themselves as such - and prohibits using these factors in appraisals, estimates, or written communications. Violations can result in license suspension, fines (with 50% of fines directed to a fair housing fund), and disciplinary actions. The fund supports fair housing programs like testing for discrimination, education, complaint investigations, and outreach to prevent housing bias.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBans appraisal discrimination based on protected traits, directly preventing housing discrimination and funding fair housing initiatives per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly prohibits discrimination based on immigration status in real estate appraisals, protecting immigrants from housing discrimination per fair housing compliance.95% confidence

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 · Senate Apr 29, 2025

S 7285: Relates to the applicability of the residential redevelopment inhibited property exemption

Bill S 7285 expands the existing residential redevelopment inhibited property exemption. It allows all cities, towns, and villages in the state to offer a property tax exemption for redeveloped neglected or abandoned residential properties. The bill broadens eligibility to include one-to-four unit residences, not just one-family homes, and permits occupancy by either an owner or a tenant as their primary residence. This exemption reduces the increase in property taxes linked to the added value from demolition, alteration, rehabilitation, or remediation of these properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax exemption for redeveloped residential properties, reducing tax burden on owners/tenants. Aligns with tax relief for lower/middle income through expanded eligibility.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands property tax exemption for redeveloping neglected residential properties, including multi-unit housing and tenant occupancy. Reduces tax burden to encourage development and increase affordable housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Community Development Property Taxes

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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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