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Committee on Housing and Buildings Approves Key Tenant and Landlord Notification Bills
New YorkSep 25, 20253 min read
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On September 25, 2025, the New York City Council's Committee on Housing and Buildings held a meeting chaired by Pierina Ana Sanchez. The committee unanimously approved three amended legislative introductions focused on tenant and landlord notifications related to senior citizen and disability rent exemptions, tax abatements, and reporting requirements.
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Committee voting proceduresHousing reports and oversightTenant notification for SCRIE and DRIE renewalsLandlord notification for tax abatements and exemptionsHousingLegislative amendments and approvals
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- Approved Int. No. 429-A requiring agencies to provide notices to tenants about renewals for senior citizen and disability rent increase exemptions (SCRIE and DRIE), notices to landlords about eligibility for real property tax abatements and exemptions, and notices to designated third parties upon request.
- Approved Int. No. 621-A requiring reports related to housing issues as specified in the legislation.
- Approved Int. No. 1034-A concerning additional housing-related provisions with fiscal impact statements considered.
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