Housing (Affordable Housing)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 560: Provides for a transfer fee of 75% of the fair market value in dissolution or sales of a rental project or mutual company

This bill requires a 75% transfer fee on the first sale or dissolution of Mitchell-Lama rental projects or mutual companies, paid by sellers after 20 years of occupancy. The fee applies to owners selling or dissolving these housing developments and funds a dedicated New York City/State housing fund. Proceeds must subsidize existing Mitchell-Lama projects, convert properties to limited-profit mutual companies with 99-year leases, fund zero-interest repair loans, and support other affordable housing developments. It directly affects owners of older Mitchell-Lama housing seeking to sell or dissolve their properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill imposes 75% transfer fee on Mitchell-Lama sales to fund subsidies, conversions to affordable housing, and repair loans, directly advancing affordable housing preservation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7828: Creates an affordable housing insurance relief fund program

Creates an affordable housing insurance relief fund program to provide grants to eligible projects for reasonable and necessary commercial insurance expenses.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates an insurance relief fund for affordable housing projects, directly funding commercial insurance expenses to advance affordable housing access through financial support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7939: Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program

Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program within the division of broadband access to support no-cost and/or discounted subscriptions for households receiving federal, state, or local housing assistance or residing in housing units designated for low-income and/or vulnerable populations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates broadband grants for households in housing assistance programs, directly supporting affordable housing access and reducing digital divide for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates grants for low-income broadband access, directly expanding internet availability to vulnerable populations per digital equity goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1805: Grants real property tax abatement to rent-controlled or rent regulated properties when the maximum authorized rent exceeds 1/2 of the tenants' household income

Authorizes application of the property tax abatement for rent-controlled or rent regulated properties occupied by senior citizens or disabled persons, to those units occupied by tenants paying the maximum allowable rent when such rent exceeds 1/2 of the household income; provides for state payments to cities affected thereby equal to 10% of lost real property tax revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax abatement for low-income tenants (rent >50% of income) with state compensation to cities, aligning with tax relief and fiscal responsibility for vulnerable households.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides tax abatement for rent-regulated units where rent exceeds 50% of tenant income, protecting vulnerable seniors/disabled tenants and increasing affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 28, 2026

A 2707: Enacts the housing development fund company fairness, preservation, and affordability act

Enacts the housing development fund company fairness, preservation, and affordability act to clarify certain provisions relating to the dissolution and reincorporation of housing development fund companies; provides for tax exemptions and abatements for housing development fund companies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemptions and abatements for housing development companies, directly impacting tax policy to support affordable housing initiatives.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax exemptions/abatements for housing development fund companies directly support affordability and preservation goals in the bill's title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1715: Provides for a transfer fee of 75% of the fair market value in dissolution or sales of a rental project or mutual company

This bill requires a 75% transfer fee on the market value when rental housing projects or mutual companies (after 20 years of occupancy) are sold or dissolved. It directly affects owners of these properties by mandating this fee payment upon sale or dissolution. The collected fees fund a dedicated housing program to subsidize existing affordable housing developments, provide zero-interest repair loans, convert projects to tenant-owned models, and support new affordable housing initiatives. The funds are managed by New York City and State housing agencies to maintain affordability and support tenant ownership.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates 75% transfer fee on rental project sales to fund affordable housing subsidies, tenant-owned conversions, and new initiatives, directly advancing housing affordability.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 5334: Amends the constitution to provide for an economic bill of rights for the citizens of the state

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to guarantee six specific economic rights for all New York citizens, regardless of income. It would add a new section to the state constitution stating every citizen is entitled to: a living-wage job, quality healthcare, complete education, affordable housing, a clean environment, and a secure retirement. If passed, these rights would be enshrined in the state constitution, requiring future governments to prioritize them in policy decisions. The amendment is currently under review by the Judiciary Committee and awaiting further legislative action.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly guarantees 'clean environment' as a constitutional right, requiring policy prioritization of environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly guarantees 'quality healthcare' as a constitutional right for all citizens, directly advancing healthcare access and protection per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExplicitly guarantees affordable housing as a constitutional right, requiring future policies to prioritize it.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGuarantees 'living-wage job' and 'secure retirement' as constitutional rights, directly advancing worker economic security and labor standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3821: Enacts the "Livable New York act"; approp

Enacts the "Livable New York act" to fight back against climate change, provide additional affordable housing and provide employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals; makes a three billion dollar appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThree billion dollar appropriation funds climate, housing, and employment programs, directly increasing public service funding per Budget & Taxes topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to fight climate change with $3B funding, directly advancing environmental protection efforts per summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly provides additional affordable housing and appropriates $3B for it, directly advancing housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8630: Incentivizes projects on certain Brownfield sites

This bill increases tax credits for developers redeveloping brownfield sites (abandoned industrial properties with potential contamination). It sets tiered credit limits: $35 million for standard sites, $45 million for manufacturing sites, and $70 million for "qualified project sites" meeting specific criteria. To qualify for the highest credit, projects must be in cities under 100,000 population, include affordable housing (25% of units), have transportation access, and exceed $250 million in total project value. These changes directly affect developers of qualifying brownfield sites who meet all criteria for enhanced tax incentives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases tax credits for brownfield redevelopment, providing tax relief to developers as direct fiscal incentive policy impacting taxation.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill incentivizes brownfield site redevelopment, directly addressing environmental remediation of contaminated industrial properties through tax credits, reducing pollution risk and promoting cleanup.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires 25% affordable housing units in qualified projects to access highest tax credit tier ($70M), directly advancing affordable housing development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Hazardous Materials Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6378: Relates to prevailing wage requirements applicable to construction projects performed under private contract; repealer

This bill amends New York's labor law to clarify which private construction projects must follow prevailing wage rules when using public funds. It defines "covered projects" as those where public funds make up at least 20% of total costs (over $5 million) or $3 million+ in public funds. The law excludes single-family homes, small nonprofits, and certain affordable housing projects (like those with 25%+ affordable units under 15-year agreements) from these requirements. It also specifies that tax benefits, loan savings, and some public subsidies do not count as "public funds" for this purpose.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes affordable housing projects (25%+ units, 15-year agreements) from prevailing wage requirements, reducing development costs to facilitate affordable housing construction.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentClarifies prevailing wage requirements for public-funded construction projects, maintaining wage standards for covered workers while narrowing exclusions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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