Bill > S01461

This bill extends the time tenants have to respond to a major capital improvement (MCI) rent increase application from 60 to 90 days. Specifically, the bill modifies several existing laws related to rent control and rent stabilization in New York City, changing language across multiple sections of administrative code to uniformly increase the response time for tenants when a landlord files an MCI rent increase application. A major capital improvement typically refers to significant building-wide upgrades essential for preservation, energy efficiency, functionality, or infrastructure, such as improvements to heating, windows, plumbing, or roofing. The additional time gives tenants more opportunity to review the proposed rent increase, gather information, and potentially contest the application. The bill also introduces a new requirement that landlords must submit copies of all permits related to the improvement work when filing an MCI application, and any application submitted with fraudulent or missing permits will be denied. The changes aim to provide more tenant protections and ensure transparency in the rent increase process.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1461