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New York, NY local landlord rules

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TopicAt a glance
Rent control / stabilizationRent-stabilized apartments, leases starting Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026: 3% (1-year) or 4.5% (2-year), under Rent Guidelines Board Order #57.
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Rent control / stabilization

Rent-stabilized apartments, leases starting Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026: 3% (1-year) or 4.5% (2-year), under Rent Guidelines Board Order #57. NYC 311 reports 0% / 0% adopted for leases starting Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027 (Order #58).

Verified Source: NYC Rent Guidelines Board Order #57 · last checked 2026-10-15

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