Housing (Landlords)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4960: Requires all residential leases to disclose tenants' rights

Provides that all residential leases shall contain a detailed description of tenant's statutory rights including among others, warranty of habitability, willful violation of lease, right to participate in tenants' associations, no eviction for good faith complaint, utility payment offset and sublet rights; grants tenant the right to install extra locks; sets out landlord obligations with respect to heating and oil delivery.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates lease disclosures of tenant rights including habitability, no eviction for complaints, and landlord heating obligations, strengthening tenant protections per topic indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 989: Relates to regulating buyout agreements within rent regulated apartments

This bill regulates buyout agreements in rent-regulated apartments by requiring landlords to provide written offers that include specific details like the offered amount, reason for the offer, and tenant rights. Tenants must be given 90 days to decide on an offer and informed they can reject it or consult an attorney without penalty. Landlords face penalties of $500 for failing to report buyouts to the housing division or $1,000 per violation for harassment (e.g., false claims, contacting tenants without permission, or persisting after a written refusal). The law also mandates annual reports to the legislature detailing buyout amounts, dates, and lease terms for transparency.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates transparent buyout terms, 90-day tenant decision period, and prohibits landlord harassment, directly strengthening tenant protections in rent-regulated housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4582: Prohibits bank investments in bad faith landlords

This bill prohibits state-chartered banks from providing financing or investing in landlords who have engaged in specific serious violations against tenants. It directly affects landlords convicted of tenant harassment, fraud, or financial crimes like embezzlement, or those who entered a court settlement requiring over $1 million in tenant restitution, management takeover, or court monitoring. Banks would be barred from funding these landlords' residential properties or securities. The law applies immediately to all new or modified contracts after enactment, targeting financial support for landlords with documented patterns of harming tenants.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBars banks from funding landlords with tenant harassment/fraud convictions, directly strengthening tenant protections against abusive landlords per bill's enforcement mechanism.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5866: Relates to allowing public welfare officials to withhold payment of rent to landlords who owe delinquent tax liabilities

Relates to allowing public welfare officials to withhold payment of rent to landlords who owe delinquent tax liabilities to local municipalities, school districts or counties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enforces tax collection from delinquent landlords via rent withholding, promoting fiscal responsibility and ensuring local government revenue for budgets.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects public housing assistance funds by withholding rent payments from landlords with tax delinquencies, ensuring resources remain available for tenant support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2025

S 6739: Relates to obtaining jurisdiction over certain defendants in matters relating to a tenancy or lease

Standardizes the language across the relevant court acts to allow tenants statewide to sue in the county where the real property at issue is located in matters relating to a tenancy or lease; requires the Office of Court Administration to develop necessary forms, procedures and deliver a report.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill standardizes court procedures to allow tenants to sue in property county, strengthening tenant protections by reducing legal barriers for lease disputes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 240: Relates to unlawful tenancies under the emergency tenant protection act of 1974

Relates to unlawful tenancies under the emergency tenant protection act of 1974; prohibits owners from entering or renewing leases where such owner has reason to know that such tenant will not occupy the housing accommodation as the tenant's primary residence.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits lease renewals if tenants won't occupy as primary residence, strengthening tenant protection under existing law.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords 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 6028: Relates to willful neglect of real property prevention

S 6028 (New York City Charter amendment) requires landlords to address repeated health/safety issues in rental properties. If tenants file three or more verified complaints about unsafe conditions within 120 days and repairs aren't made, the city can sue to force repairs or stop destruction of essential systems. Landlords must reimburse the city for repair costs (funded via housing bonds) within 90 days, or face property liens. Tenants may choose relocation to comparable housing at the same rent or receive relocation compensation. The city will also publish an "imminent danger" list for properties with over five annual complaints.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates landlords address repeated health/safety issues, requires tenant relocation at same rent, and strengthens tenant protections against housing neglect90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7595: Relates to adding dwelling occupants to residential dwelling or housing accommodation leases

Enacts the "fair addition in rental (F.A.I.R) leases act"; authorizes a tenant to add dwelling occupants to residential dwelling or housing accommodation leases upon request of the lease holder; if such occupant is at least 18 years old; and such occupant provides proof of currently residing in such dwelling; prohibits a landlord from increasing the rent or imposing a fee for the purpose of adding occupants to the lease.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents landlords from charging fees or raising rent for adding eligible occupants, strengthening tenant rights in housing policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate May 29, 2026

S 913: Prohibits requiring that an individual have a court proceeding initiated against them in order to qualify for a rent arrears grant or ongoing rental assistance

Prohibits requiring that an individual have a court proceeding initiated against them in order to qualify for a rent arrears grant or ongoing rental assistance.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves court requirement for rental assistance, easing access to tenant support programs and strengthening tenant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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