The New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) and the New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) held a press conference to discuss the expansion of the Home Sharing Program, announce singer Gloria Gaynor as the official spokesperson for the program and showcase a new advertising campaign.
Commissioners for the New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) and New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) were joined by the office of Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer to visit formerly homeless seniors at the Project FIND Woodstock Senior Center
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced during a town hall today, alongside Council Member Margaret Chin, a dedicated team of 10 specialists within the Public Engagement Unit to proactively support the NYC Rent Freeze and Homeowner Tax Exemption Programs across the five boroughs.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced “Seniors First,” a slate of new affordable housing programs that will increase the amount of senior housing across the city. the City will double its commitment to senior housing over the extended 12-year, serving 30,000 senior households by 2026.
Department of Buildings, FDNY and HPD to Host Education Campaign to Raise Awareness about the Dangers of Illegally Converted Apartments throughout the City
Department of Buildings adopts the amendments to Section 5000-01 of Chapter 5000 of Title 1 of the Official Compilation of the Rules of the City of New York, regarding energy code.
AN ACT to amend the multiple dwelling law, in relation to owner obligations; to amend chapter 349 of the laws of 1982 amending the multple dwelling law relating to legalization of interim multiple dwellings in cities over one million, in relation to the effectiveness thereof.
Section 3 of chapter 349 of the laws of 1982 amending the 50 multiple dwelling law relating to the legalization of interim multiple 51 dwellings in cities over one million, as amended by chapter 62 of the 52 laws of 2007, is amended.
Office of Tenant Advocate activity report, LL 161/2017
• # of complaints received by OTA and description of complaint
• Average response time to complaints
• Description of efforts to communicate with tenants
• # of recommendations made to DOB commissioner
Office of Tenant Advocate activity report, LL 161/2017 • # of complaints received by OTA and description of complaint • Average response time to complaints • Description of efforts to communicate with tenants • # of recommendations made to DOB commissioner
Office of Tenant Advocate activity report, LL 161/2017, covering: • # of complaints received by OTA and description of complaint • Average response time to complaints • Description of efforts to communicate with tenants • # of recommendations made to DOB commissioner
OTA received 660 inquiries, 40 of which were referred to the Office of the Building Marshal at the Department of Buildings, 15 to other DOB Enforcement Units and 49 to other city and state agencies. This total does not include the 319 complains filed through NYC 311 related to construction [...].
This quarter, the Office of the Tenant Advocate (OTA) received 660 inquiries, 40 of which were referred to the Office of the Building Marshal (“OBM”) at the Department of Buildings, 15 to other DOB Enforcement Units and 49 to other city and state agencies. This total does not include the 319 complai
This quarterly report has been prepared pursuant to Local Law 161 of 2017 and covers the third quarter of 2020. Reporting the number of complaints received by the OTA and a description of such complaints, and other activities of the office including communication efforts with tenants.
Pursuant Local Law 161 of 2017, 1st quarter 2020, the Office of the Tenant Advocate (OTA) received 582 inquiries, 82 of which were referred to the Office of the Building Marshal (“OBM”) at the Department of Buildings, 38 to other DOB Enforcement Units and 121 to other city and state agencies.
Report including but not limited to: 1. the number of complaints received by the office and a description of such complaints; 2. the average time taken to respond to such complaints; 3. a description of efforts made to communicate with tenants; and 4. the number of recommendations made to the commis
Report including but not limited to:1. the number of complaints received by the office and a description of such complaints; 2. the average time taken to respond to such complaints; 3. a description of efforts made to communicate with tenants; and 4. the number of recommendations made to the comm..
Report including but not limited to: 1. the number of complaints received by the office and a description of such complaints; 2. the average time taken to respond to such complaints; 3. a description of efforts made to communicate with tenants; and 4. the number of recommendations made to the commis
Report including but not limited to: 1. the number of complaints received by the office and a description of such complaints; 2. the average time taken to respond to such complaints; 3. a description of efforts made to communicate with tenants; and 4. the number of recommendations made to the commis
Report including but not limited to: 1. the number of complaints received by the office and a description of such complaints; 2. the average time taken to respond to such complaints; 3. a description of efforts made to communicate with tenants; and 4. the number of recommendations made to the commis
Report including but not limited to: 1. the number of complaints received by the office and a description of such complaints; 2. the average time taken to respond to such complaints; 3. a description of efforts made to communicate with tenants; and 4. the number of recommendations made to the commis
Report including but not limited to: 1. the number of complaints received by the office and a description of such complaints; 2. the average time taken to respond to such complaints; 3. a description of efforts made to communicate with tenants; and 4. the number of recommendations made to the commis
This report provides a summary of the outcomes achieved by the two winners of the NYCx Co-Labs Housing Rights Challenge; Heat Seek and JustFix.nyc. It also includes lessons learned for working on open innovation, community engagement, urban pilots as well as policy recommendations for NYC agencies.
The SON contain proposals by city agencies to establish, replace, consolidate, expand, reduce or close city facilities during the next two fiscal years
In the matter of an application submitted by Enclave on 241st LLC pursuant to Section 201 of the NYC Charter, for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution modifying APPENDIX F for the purpose of establishing a Mandatory Housing Inclusionary area, and to APPENDIX I to extend Transit Zone 1.
In the matter of an application submitted by 241-15 Northern LLC and North Shore Realty Group Corp., pursuant to Section 201 of the NYC Charter, for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution of the New York City modifying APPENDIX F for the purpose of establishing a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area.
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by the Department of Housing Preservation
and Development (HPD) pursuant to Section 505 of Article 15 of the General Municipal (Urban
Renewal) Law of New York State and Section 197-c of the New York City Charter, for the
sixteenth amendment to the Harlem etc
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by the Department of Housing Preservation
and Development (HPD)
1) pursuant to Article 16 of the General Municipal Law of New York State for:
a) the designation of property located at 2735 Frederick Douglass Boulevard (Block 2045,
Lot 13), 2752 Frederick etc
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by The Department of Housing Preservation
and Development (HPD)
1) pursuant to Article 16 of the General Municipal Law of New York State for:
a) the designation of property located at 2 East 130th Street (Block 1754, Lot 68) as an
Urban Development Action
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by The Department of Housing Preservation
and Development (HPD)
1) pursuant to Article 16 of the General Municipal Law of New York State for:
a) the designation of property located at 2803 Frederick Douglass Boulevard (Block 2045,
Lot 89), 136 West 137th etc
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by The Department of Housing Preservation
and Development (HPD)
1) pursuant to Article 16 of the General Municipal Law of New York State for:
a) the designation of property located at 313 West 112th Street (Block 1847, Lot 13) as an
Urban Development Action
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by 312 Coney Island Avenue LLC pursuant to Sections 197-c and 201 of the New York City Charter for an amendment of the Zoning Map, Section No. 16d: 1. changing from a C8-2 District to an R8A District property bounded by Ocean Parkway, Park Circle-Machate etc
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by the Department of Housing Preservation
and Development (HPD) pursuant to Article 16 of the General Municipal Law of New York State for:
a) the designation of property located at 641 Chauncey Street (Block 3444, Lot 18) as an
Urban Development Action etc
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by the Department of Housing Preservation
and Development (HPD), pursuant to Article 16 of the General Municipal Law of New York State for:
the designation of property located at 1559-1563 Prospect Place (Block 1363, Lots
90, 91, 92) as Urban Development etc
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), pursuant to Section 197-c of the New York City Charter, for the acquisition of property located at 1510 Broadway (Block 1489, p/o Lot 11) to facilitate transit infrastructure.
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development pursuant to Section 201 of the New York City Charter, for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution of the City of New York, modifying APPENDIX F for the purpose of establishing a Mandatory Inclusionary
Announces OCDV and New Destiny Housing is launching Project Home at FJCs. This program provides assistance to domestic violence victims so they may obtain permanent housing.
Audit of HPD to determine whether HPD adequately monitors Marketing Agents' compliance with eligibility guidelines and established preferences of the City's Affordable Housing lottery.
Update to 2014 housing report, using estimates from the most recent New York City Housing and Vacancy Survey (HVS) for 2017. We find that the disappearance of modestly-priced rental units has continued, leaving the City’s lowest-income households with fewer and fewer opt
A comprehensive plan to build and preserve 200,000 affordable units over the coming decade to support New Yorkers with a range of incomes from the very lowest to the those in the Middle Class.
Final reports present findings related to exterior door security at New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) developments, based on observations made throughout the five boroughs between July 10, 2018 and August 29, 2018.
Letter Audit Report on the Development and Implementation of the Client Assistance Re-housing Enterprise System Administered by the New York City Department of Homeless Services
Audit of HPD to determine whether HPD's selected contractors meet Procurement Policy Board requirements and HPD's criteria for prequalification and whether Open Market Orders are awarded in accordance with HPD's established criteria.
Report analyzes NYC Department of Social Services’ data from July 2013 through June 2018 and assesses existing policies and services to better understand the dynamics within the shelter system, the scope of domestic violence as a driver of housing instability, and identify potential gaps in fundi
Audit Report on the New York City Housing Authority's Tenant Selection Process to determine whether new applicants awaiting NYCHA apartments are selected from certified waiting lists and meet screening requirements.
A report estimating the impact that Airbnb listings have had on neighborhood rents in New York City, which were disproportionately high in portions of Manhattan and Brooklyn.
This brief from New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer documents the role that security deposits play in the city’s housing market and outlines reforms that would help renters more easily afford to live in the five boroughs.
The audit found that DHS lacks adequate controls over critical aspects of its investigations to determine the eligibility of families with children for temporary housing assistance. Specifically, DHS did not ensure that its personnel complied with agency policy, guidelines and procedures, and with S
New York City’s current property tax system is notoriously opaque, unfair, and regressive. For the past four decades, rather than dealing with its structural flaws, New York State has layered on a patchwork of exemptions and abatements to lower tax rates for various owners.
This policy brief, by New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer, provides support for legislation that would mandate for the first time that landlords include a clear and concise “Tenant Bill of Rights” in every lease packet.
This document is a brief summary of laws relating to tenants of market rate rentals. This document is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as providing legal advice.
This report proposes the State adopt legislation that creates a new “Basement Resident Protection Law” to provide immediate physical and tenant protections to New Yorkers living in basement units, with clear rights and responsibilities for basement owners and dwellers...
Between August 30 and September 8, 2022, Comptroller’s Office Audit Bureau staff visited 262 NYCHA developments and conducted a review of building entry door security. This report delivers findings and recommendations.
The Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE) Program which provides a partial property tax exemption for senior citizens who own one, two, or three family homes, condominiums, or cooperative apartments in New York City (the City).
Letter Report on the Review of the New York City Housing Authority’s Calculation of Rent Increases for Public Housing Tenants at the Red Hook East and Red Hook West Developments
New York City has a long history of organizing for fire prevention and tenant protections to address the longstanding prevalence and devastating effects of residential fires. Unfortunately, under-resourced code enforcement has hamstrung the effectiveness of housing and buildings standards since the
To inform the City’s rulemaking process, the Office of the New York City Comptroller reviewed how emissions calculations and the use of Renewable Energy Credits should be best structured to maximize LL97’s climate, environmental, economic, and health benefits.
The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) had limited success in convincing the homeless individuals encountered during the sweeps[1] of homeless encampments to enter temporary shelters.
September 5, 2023 letter regarding the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)’s contract with Rapid Reliable Testing NY, LLC, commonly known as DocGo.
Contract #20248801671, is an emergency procurement for
$432 million for services provided by Rapid Reliable Testing NY LLC, commonly known as DocGo Inc.
(the “Vendor,” or “DocGo”), was reviewed by my Office, and is being returned to the HPD without approval.
Among the greatest challenges facing New York City’s economy is the availability and affordability
of housing. Economic growth and stability in NYC depend upon the ability for workers and others
wishing to move into or within the city to find housing they can afford.
the DOE is choosing to base the new weight allocation for students experiencing homelessness on enrollment as of December 31, 2022. If this decision stands, schools will not receive funding this school year for changes in STH enrollment that have occurred since then.
New York City’s housing challenges have shifted from abandonment and disinvestment to gentrification and skyrocketing rents – the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development has financed the development and preservation of hundreds of thousands of affordable homes
The focus on the city’s housing supply challenge. One of the primary drivers of high rents is an excess of demand over supply—or, put more simply, a supply shortage.
Improving Access to Affordable Housing Opportunities is a study that explores the experience of affordable housing applicants and recommends ways to further support applicants through an outreach and education strategy that incorporates financial empowerment services.
DOC submits report to BOC on monthly progress report on its implementation of the Young Adult Plan and implementation of alternatives to punitive segregation (Second Chance, TRU, ESH, and Secure Units) Information includes young adult population, young adult related training provided to staff.
The Board of Correction (BOC) requires the Department of Correction (DOC) to report on the incarcerated individuals which reside in the Enhanced Supervision Housing. ESH separates violent young adult inmates from the general population, while at the same time offering educational opportunities
LL220 of 2019 requires the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice to report on a quarterly basis certain information relating to “inspections of nightlife establishments overseen by” the Office of Special Enforcement (OSE).
LL220 of 2019 requires the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice to report on a quarterly basis certain information relating to “inspections of nightlife establishments overseen by” the Office of Special Enforcement (OSE).
LL220 of 2019 requires the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice to report on a quarterly basis certain information relating to “inspections of nightlife establishments overseen by” the Office of Special Enforcement (OSE).
On January 9, 2022, New York City adopted Local Law 18, also known as the Short-Term Rental Registration Law. Local Law 18 established two new provisions of law: 1) Chapter 31 of Title 26 of the Administrative Code of the City of New York, and 2) Chapter 32 of the Administrative Code of NYC.
In May 2015, CEO and Abt Associates released a report, examining how the socioeconomic makeup of neighborhoods surrounding New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) developments, and recent changes in that makeup, affect public housing residents' quality of life.
These reports provide property tax data such as market and assessed values, exemptions, and abatements. The information is listed by categories, such as borough, tax class, and type of building.
Adopted Amendment to the Rules which would allow Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption and Disability Rent Increase Exemption Program Participants to file Renewal Applications Past Specified Deadline
This report features data from the Community Health Survey (CHS) on smelling secondhand smoke from outside at home and on smoke-free residential building policies.
Using data from HVS, ED visits among children, CHS, examines the relationship between housing quality and asthma. It describes the Healthy Homes Program aimed at reducing home health hazards for people with asthma and provides recommendations.
The report highlights the pressing financial and housing needs of people who use opioids surveyed across NYC during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Report contains number of contacts & placements in transitional housing resulting from such contacts during the reporting period and the number of referrals of persons so contacted to programs or services during the reporting period. Includes permanent/ transitional housing projections.
The report includes the number of contacts and placements in transitional housing resulting from such contacts during the reporting period. Also includes the number of referrals of persons so contacted to programs or services during the reporting period.
The report includes the number of contacts and placements in transitional housing resulting from such contacts during the reporting period. Also contains the number of referrals of persons so contacted to programs or services during the reporting period.
NextGeneration NYCHA, part of Mayor de Blasio's affordable housing plan, is a long-term strategic plan that details how NYCHA will create safe, clean, and connected communities for our residents and preserve New York City's public housing assets for the next generation.
In 2014, NYCHA held a series of community meetings with residents of Ingersoll Houses to develop a vision for their community. The resulting document outlines ideas for how to improve their development and their neighborhood.
In 2014, NYCHA held a series of community meetings with residents of Mill Brook Houses to develop a vision for their community. The resulting document outlines ideas for how to improve their development and their neighborhood.
In 2014, NYCHA held a series of community meetings with residents of Van Dyke Houses to develop a vision for their community. The resulting document outlines ideas for how to improve their development and their neighborhood.