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Second Time’s the Charm? NY Legislature Angles For Broad Housing Deal
March 17, 2024
With the state’s annual spending plan due in less than three weeks, the Senate and Assembly are calling for a housing plan that both incentivizes development and protects tenants from eviction.
Rents set a record for normally sleepy February
March 17, 2024
Rents set a record for normally sleepy February
A crucial fix for rent regulation
March 17, 2024
SUBSCRIBER ONLY A crucial fix for rent regulation
State leaders should make a big push on housing
March 17, 2024
Gov. Kathy Hochul, seen announcing a housing program for Brooklyn in February, has been unable to make much headway on housing in Long Island communities. Credit: Office of Governor Kathy Hochul/Susan Watts
Public Housing Residents Demand $5 Billion in State Funding
March 10, 2024
Tenants and advocates say the funding would repair 25,000 apartments and help cover outstanding rent arrears accumulated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Housing Crisis Spurs Some Politicians to Break From NIMBY Pack in New York
March 10, 2024
Support is growing for Mayor Eric Adams’ proposed zoning changes to spur new construction — including from local elected officials looking to lead a pro-growth civic culture.
The Daily Dirt: Housing court takes forever. LeFrak lawsuit finally holds it accountable
March 10, 2024
Faster decisions are needed to reduce backlog at dysfunctional hellhole
Tiktok video triggers rent history requests from nyc tenants
March 10, 2024
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Viral TikTok highlights the insanity of NYC rent regulations
March 10, 2024
A TikToker went viral for explaining how some landlords in rent-stabilized buildings in New York City will overcharge their tenants.
Building Stability: Ensuring Homeownership Remains a Reality in NY for Black and Brown Families
March 10, 2024
Building Stability: Ensuring Homeownership Remains a Reality in NY for Black and Brown Families