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Check whether a New York City rent increase is legal under the city's rent stabilization system. NYC has strict limits on rent increases for stabilized apartments, with rates set annually by the Rent Guidelines Board.
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Property details help determine whether rent control laws apply to your unit.
Many rent control laws only apply to buildings built before a certain year.
Section 8, LIHTC, or other government-subsidized housing may have separate rules.
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How NYC Rent Increases Work
New York City has one of the most extensive rent regulation systems in the country. Rent-stabilized apartments — which make up roughly one million of the city's housing units — are subject to annual increase limits set by the NYC Rent Guidelines Board. The board meets each year to determine the maximum percentage increases for one-year and two-year lease renewals. For non-stabilized apartments, landlords may increase rent by any amount, but must provide proper written notice based on the size of the increase and the length of the tenancy.
NYC Rent Stabilization Coverage
Rent stabilization generally applies to apartments in buildings with six or more units built before January 1, 1974, and to some apartments in buildings that received tax benefits (like 421-a or J-51). A very small number of pre-1947 apartments with long-term tenancies are under the even stricter rent control system. Buildings constructed after 1974 are generally not covered unless they received specific tax benefits. Condos, co-ops, and owner-occupied buildings with fewer than six units are typically not covered. The 2019 Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act strengthened protections and eliminated several ways apartments could previously be deregulated.
Tenant Rights in New York City
NYC tenants in rent-stabilized apartments have the right to a lease renewal at the regulated rent, the right to receive required services, and protection against harassment. Landlords cannot refuse to renew a rent-stabilized lease except in limited circumstances. If you believe your rent increase exceeds the legal limit, you can file a complaint with the NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR). Overcharge complaints can result in refunds of excess rent paid. Even tenants in non-stabilized apartments benefit from New York's notice requirements and anti-retaliation protections.
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San Francisco Rent Increase Calculator
Check whether a San Francisco rent increase is legal under the SF Rent Ordinance. San Francisco limits annual rent increases to approximately 3.2% (CPI-based) for covered properties — buildings with 2+ units built before June 13, 1979.
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