Housing (Renters)

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 30, 2025

A 6423: Makes rent stabilized dwelling units eligible for certain protections

Requires that the entire amount of a rental deposit or advance be refundable to the tenant upon the tenant's vacating of the premises except for an amount lawfully retained for non-payment of rent or utilities, damage caused by the tenant, or storage costs; requires landlord to provide an itemized statement of damages and to return the balance of the deposit within 14 days; requires that tenant be given the opportunity to inspect the rental premises prior to signing a lease; allows a grantee or assignee of the leased premises to demand that an escrow account be opened.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires full deposit refunds, itemized damage statements, and pre-lease inspections - directly strengthening tenant protections in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2652: Extends the timeline for the return of security deposits for residential rental agreements from fourteen days to thirty days

This bill changes New York law to extend the deadline for landlords to return security deposits from 14 to 30 days after a tenant moves out. Landlords must now provide a written explanation for any retained deposit and return the remaining balance within 30 days. If they fail to meet this new deadline, they forfeit the right to keep any portion of the deposit. The bill directly affects residential tenants and landlords in New York state.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends security deposit return timeline to 30 days, requires written explanations for retained deposits, and forfeits deposits for late returns - strengthening tenant financial protections per housing topic indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 20, 2026

S 5280: Relates to providing language access services to individuals relating to certain tax abatement programs

Relates to providing language access services to individuals relating to the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities and senior citizen and disabled homeowners.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnsures language access for tax abatement program benefiting rent-controlled properties occupied by seniors/disabled, supporting tenant protections and affordable housing access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6470: Relates to redetermination based on income for a tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities

Relates to redetermination based on increases in income for a tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill adjusts tax abatement eligibility for seniors/disabled based on income, ensuring targeted tax relief for lower-income residents per fiscal management principles.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill ensures tax abatement for rent-controlled properties occupied by low-income seniors/disabled is adjusted upon income increases, maintaining affordability for intended beneficiaries.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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signed · New York · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 7882: 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 that suppresses competition, preventing artificial rent hikes and protecting tenant affordability.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

signed · New York · Senate Sep 26, 2025

S 8390: Extends certain provisions relating to the COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program

This bill extends the deadline for New York's COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program from September 30, 2024, to September 30, 2025. It directly affects renters experiencing housing instability during the pandemic and local governments administering the program. The key provision amends the existing law to delay the expiration of program funding and operational provisions by one year, ensuring continued access to rental aid.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends rental aid deadline, ensuring continued financial support for renters facing housing instability during pandemic, directly funding housing assistance program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 1462: Relates to establishing ground rent rebates for eligible homeowners and renters in the Battery Park project area

Relates to establishing ground rent rebates for eligible homeowners and renters in the Battery Park project area; provides for a rebate program; provides for a process for application and certification.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes ground rent rebates for eligible homeowners/renewers in Battery Park, directly reducing housing costs and increasing affordability per support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3214: Relates to the installation of radiator covers

This bill requires landlords to install safety covers on uncovered radiators exceeding 165°F when a tenant with a child under 12 requests it. Landlords must complete installation within 90 days of a written request. If they fail, tenants may deduct the reasonable installation cost from rent without risk of eviction. The law directly affects residential tenants with young children and landlords in New York, aiming to prevent burns from hot radiators.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates landlord safety measures for tenants with young children, directly strengthening tenant protections in residential housing without restricting development or affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 561: Relates to notice regarding the rent increase exemption for low income elderly persons and persons with disabilities programs

Requires certain agencies and individuals to provide notice regarding the rent increase exemption for low income elderly persons and persons with disabilities programs to tenants upon the occurrence of certain events.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires notice for rent increase exemptions for low-income elderly/disabled tenants, strengthening tenant protections and ensuring housing affordability for vulnerable groups.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 22, 2026

A 86: Relates to surcharges for the installation or use of certain appliances in housing accommodations subject to rent control and rent stabilization

Prohibits the imposition of any surcharge for the installation or use of a tenant-installed appliance where the tenant pays for electric utility service, under rent control, and rent stabilization laws.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord surcharges for tenant-installed appliances under rent control/stabilization, protecting tenants from additional costs and strengthening tenant rights in regulated housing.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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