Bill > A07214

This bill establishes a strict 120-day time limit for landlords and property owners to submit documentation when seeking rent increases for major capital improvements (MCIs) across several New York housing regulations. Specifically, the bill amends three existing laws - the administrative code of New York City, the Emergency Tenant Protection Act, and the Emergency Housing Rent Control Law - to uniformly mandate that any application for an MCI increase must include all necessary supporting documentation within 120 days of completing the improvement. Major capital improvements are defined as substantial building-wide upgrades essential for preservation, energy efficiency, functionality, or infrastructure, such as improvements to heating, windows, plumbing, and roofing, but excluding operational costs or cosmetic changes. The time limit applies to applications for temporary rent increases related to these improvements, and failure to submit documentation within the specified timeframe will result in the landlord being ineligible to receive the rent increase. This legislative change aims to create a more standardized and time-sensitive process for documenting and approving rent increases associated with significant building improvements, potentially providing more clarity and predictability for both landlords and tenants.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7214