Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3275: Establishes a housing court

Establishes a housing court for actions and proceedings involving the enforcement of state and local laws for the establishment and maintenance of housing standards; requires such court to establish an escrow account; provides that any landlord that owns twenty units or less shall be entitled to free legal services if such landlord can prove a loss of at least twenty percent of rent payments in a calendar year; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes housing court to enforce housing standards, requiring escrow and strengthening tenant protections via dedicated legal enforcement mechanism.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2065: Establishes a rental assistance loan-to-grant program to assist landlords due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Establishes a rental assistance loan-to-grant program to assist landlords of small rental properties who have lost rental income due to the inability of the landlords' tenants to pay rent during the COVID-19 state disaster emergency; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides financial assistance to landlords to maintain rental properties during pandemic, supporting housing stability and preventing property abandonment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 571: Prohibits landlords, lessors, sub-lessors and grantors from demanding brokers' fees from a tenant

This bill prohibits landlords, lessors, sub-lessors, and grantors from requiring tenants to pay broker fees as part of the rental process. It directly affects residential tenants by eliminating a common cost added to rent applications or lease signings. The law allows landlords to still charge for background checks and credit checks but bans all other fees like broker commissions before or at the start of a tenancy. Exceptions apply to specific housing types, including retirement communities, assisted living facilities, and certain cooperative housing arrangements. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEliminates tenant broker fees, reducing rental costs and enhancing affordability, directly supporting tenant protection and affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8533: 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 HousingRemoves operating cost index factor, reducing potential rent increases and strengthening tenant protections under housing affordability framework.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1091: Establishes a rent increase exemption for certain nonprofit organizations

Establishes a rent increase exemption for certain nonprofit organizations; provides a tax abatement for limiting rent increases on nonprofit organizations in a city of one million or more persons.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax abatement (relief) for nonprofits, directly aligning with tax relief support indicators for targeted groups.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides rent exemption and tax abatement for nonprofits in large cities, maintaining affordable housing costs by limiting rent increases for nonprofit housing providers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1810: Relates to a housing authority's disposition of property

This bill amends housing law to require housing authorities to consult with and obtain written approval from resident advisory boards before selling or leasing property owned by the authority. The approval must come from a majority vote of the board and be documented in a letter. Authorities must also follow federal rules for property disposition. This directly affects housing authorities and residents whose input is now required for property transactions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires resident advisory board approval for property sales, strengthening tenant input in housing authority decisions affecting housing stability.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1264: Requires a mortgagor to provide notice of imminent foreclosure

This bill requires property owners (mortgagors) to notify current or prospective tenants about imminent foreclosure before renewing or signing a lease. Specifically, owners must send a copy of the foreclosure summons and complaint via certified mail at least two weeks prior to any lease action. Failure to provide this notice results in a $500 credit against the tenant's rent per violation. The law directly affects tenants facing potential displacement and property owners managing rental properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires foreclosure notice to tenants, preventing sudden displacement and providing rent credit for violations, directly strengthening tenant protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Mortgages Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6199: Prohibits regulations from permitting an owner to refuse to renew a lease on grounds that the housing is sought for personal use or occupancy; repealer

Prohibits certain regulations of the state division of housing and community renewal, for cities having a population of less than one million and towns and villages, from permitting an owner to refuse to renew a lease on grounds that the housing accommodation is sought for personal use or occupancy (i.e. use or occupancy by the owner or the owner's immediate family); repeals provisions which permit evictions for personal use and occupancy.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits evictions for owner personal use, strengthening tenant protections against displacement and preventing owner-driven lease terminations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1644: Provides for the suspension of public assistance to owners of privately owned residential housing in New York city who are in violation of certain housing standards

Provides for the suspension of public assistance to owners of privately owned residential housing in NYC who are in violation of certain New York city department of housing preservation and development standards.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnforces NYC housing standards by suspending public assistance to non-compliant landlords, protecting tenants from substandard housing.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2375: Creates a veteran's home and land ownership loan program

Creates a veteran's home and land ownership loan program to provide loans to veterans to purchase homes or unimproved land suitable for building; requires such loans to be secured by a second mortgage.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates veteran-specific home loan program, funding housing access through secured loans, aligning with housing support indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates loan program for veterans' home/land ownership, expanding access to housing benefits as a direct veteran service enhancement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Mortgages Veteran Housing

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