Housing

in committee · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 6673: Relates to conversions of real property in public housing developments in relation to the RAD program

Relates to conversions of real property in public housing developments in relation to the RAD program; sets notice requirements for public housing authorities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates notice requirements for RAD conversions, protecting tenants from abrupt housing changes in public developments while supporting affordable housing preservation under RAD program.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Historic Preservation Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6889: Directs the commissioner of the New York state division of housing and community renewal to promulgate rules and regulations relating to the low-income housing tax credit

Directs the commissioner of the New York state division of housing and community renewal to promulgate rules and regulations to provide a taxpayer or entity having applied for the low-income housing tax credit and certified by the division of housing and community renewal with a notice of placement on a waiting list upon the submission of a completed application.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enables low-income housing tax credit application process, providing tax relief for lower-income housing initiatives per fiscal policy indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes administrative process for low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) program, which funds affordable housing development. Facilitates applicant tracking to advance program implementation, supporting affordable housing access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4350: Relates to review and approval of all new facilities

This bill requires New York City's Planning Commission to review and approve all new social services facilities, expansions of existing facilities, or changes in services provided. It directly affects city agencies (like those managing homeless shelters, foster care, or supportive housing) and their contractors. The commission must consider neighborhood character, property values, and existing facility locations before granting approval. The law applies to all defined social services facilities, including shelters, youth care centers, and housing programs for vulnerable populations.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill requires Planning Commission review for social services facilities (including supportive housing) with neighborhood character/property value considerations, likely limiting development of affordable housing facilities.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Land Use

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2002: Provides that upon sale of a limited-profit housing company project, reserve and surplus funds must be held in escrow and dedicated to major capital improvements

Provides that upon sale or other conveyance of a limited-profit housing company project to an entity other than a new limited-profit housing company, reserve and surplus funds must be held in escrow by the new owner and dedicated solely to defraying the costs of major capital improvements; provides that no rental may be increased to cover the cost of a major capital improvement until such reserve and surplus funds have been exhausted.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires reserve funds from housing project sales to fund capital improvements, preventing rent hikes until funds are exhausted, protecting tenant affordability and property maintenance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4474: Requires quarterly inspections of homeless shelters

This bill requires the state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to create rules mandating that homeless shelters in New York undergo at least four unannounced inspections each year - once per quarter. The inspections will be conducted by the state department or local social services districts. The law directly affects all facilities providing shelter for homeless individuals statewide by requiring regular, surprise safety and operational checks. It establishes a concrete, annual inspection schedule without changing shelter funding or services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates quarterly inspections of homeless shelters to ensure safety and operations, directly addressing homelessness within housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4315: Authorizes the New York city council to oversee the activities of the New York city housing authority

This bill (S 4315) authorizes the New York City Council to require the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) to produce regular reports on its operations, including housing programs like Section 8 vouchers. The Council can mandate report content, deadlines, and frequency through local laws, with copies sent to the city's housing commissioner. It also adds NYCHA specifically to the Council’s annual oversight duties, requiring standing committees to hold yearly hearings on its performance and management. The bill shifts oversight authority from current practices to direct Council review of NYCHA’s service goals and efficiency.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires NYC Council oversight of NYCHA operations and reporting on housing programs like Section 8, enhancing accountability for affordable housing management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8215: Relates to rent guidelines boards and the factors to be considered in establishing annual rent adjustments; repealer

Amends the composition of rent guidelines boards and the factors to be considered in establishing annual rent adjustments; eliminates the price index of operating costs as a factor in determining rent increases.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEliminates operating cost index factor, limiting rent increases and protecting tenants from excessive hikes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5344: Relates to the definition of construction contracts

Removes residential dwelling units that must be affordable to residents at a specific income level from the definition of "construction contracts" for the purposes of certain provisions of the General Business Law.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRemoves affordable housing units from construction contract definition, weakening affordability requirements under General Business Law.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 401: Establishes the "tenant opportunity to purchase act"

Establishes the "tenant opportunity to purchase act"; prevents the displacement of middle and lower-income tenants in New York and preserves affordable housing by providing an opportunity for tenants to own or remain renters in the properties in which they reside.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents tenant displacement and preserves affordable housing by enabling tenant ownership opportunities, directly strengthening tenant protections and housing stability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1369: Authorizes administrative enforcement of state and local housing maintenance laws

Authorizes localities to establish administrative proceedings for the enforcement of state and local housing maintenance codes; permits administratively imposed penalties to be docketed and enforced in the same manner as a judgment in a civil action without further judicial proceedings.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes local enforcement of housing maintenance codes, strengthening tenant protections through efficient penalty enforcement without judicial delays.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Tenant Rights

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