New York Apartment Law Insider

DHCR Updates Reasonable Cost Schedule for MCIs
Jan 29, 2025
Feature
By Eric Yoo
The list of improvements and installations that may qualify as an MCI has been expanded.

DOT Releases E-Bike Charging Pilot Program Report
Dec 23, 2024
In the News
By Eric Yoo
Outdoor hubs look to be a practical alternative to indoor charging.
NY Attorney General’s Office Secures $6.5M Settlement to Protect Tenants
Dec 23, 2024
In the News
By Eric Yoo
Property management firm repeatedly violated local laws related to lead paint, pests, and mold.

Assisted Housing Management Insider

HUD Publishes Updated FAQ on HOTMA Implementation
Dec 18, 2024
Feature
By Eric Yoo
Get up to speed before the compliance date .... HUD’s Office of Multifamily Programs recently released a series of frequently asked questions (FAQ)...

Getting Solar, Cell Tower, and Rooftop Lease Approval from HUD
Nov 22, 2024
Feature
By Eric Yoo
A new HUD notice offers both opportunities and responsibilities for owners.
Housing Choice Voucher Program Celebrates 50 Years
Oct 31, 2024
Online Alerts
This month, HUD’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program celebrated its 50th anniversary. The HCV program is HUD’s single largest investment in affordable...
Best Practices for Implementing an Integrated Pest Management Program
Oct 17, 2024
Feature

2024 Fair Housing Litigation Scorecard
Dec 30, 2024
All Protected Classes
By Glenn S. Demby
We review the year’s key cases and their practical impact on you.

The 10 Most Common Accessibility Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
Nov 22, 2024
Disability
By Glenn S. Demby
This month’s lesson is dedicated to helping you root out potential accessibility violations while you still have time to resolve them. First, we’ll explain...
N.H. Property Managers Charged with Discrimination for Retaliatory Eviction
Nov 4, 2024
Cases and Settlements
HUD recently announced that it has charged a landlord and its property managers in Manchester, N.H. with violating the Fair Housing Act by retaliating,...
Avoiding Discrimination Against Unmarried Couples
Oct 21, 2024
Leasing
We explain the current laws governing a landlord’s right to deny housing to people based on their marital status, including unmarried couples. Then we give...

NYC Landlord Settles Record-Breaking $1M Housing Discrimination Suit
Sep 19, 2024
Cases and Settlements
The NYC Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) recently announced the largest civil rights settlement in that city’s history for a housing discrimination case....
DOJ: Complying with Local Crime-Free Laws May Violate Fair Housing Laws
Sep 19, 2024
All Protected Classes
The DOJ recently issued a warning that municipal “crime-free” rental housing and “nuisance” property ordinances may run afoul of the Fair Housing Act. We...

Use FAQ to Introduce Prospective Residents to LIHTC Program Housing
Dec 30, 2024
Feature
By Eric Yoo
Clear up confusion between tax credit housing and other federal programs.

USDA Prioritizes Loans for LIHTC Sites Waiving Qualified Contract Rights
Dec 30, 2024
In the News
By Eric Yoo
The QC loophole has cost an estimated loss of 6,000 to 10,000 affordable units a year.
Trump Nominates Bessent as Treasury Secretary, Turner for HUD
Dec 30, 2024
In the News
By Eric Yoo
If they’re confirmed, expect stricter oversight of the LIHTC program and deep cuts for HUD funding.
Consider 5 Items When Negotiating Rooftop Leases
Dec 2, 2024
Feature
By Eric Yoo
Rooftop leases offer owners a chance to align financial objectives with sustainability and innovation. With careful planning, rooftop leases can transform...

Get Right to Perform Environmental Audit at Lease End
Dec 31, 2024
Feature
By Glenn S. Demby
Minimize your risk of liability for any pollution a tenant causes.