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fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

Nonprofit Legal Service Employees Strike, As NYC Politics Take a Pro-Worker Turn

"It's not just about how much our members make. It's not just about their caseloads. It's about justice for all New Yorkers who deserve high quality representation." - Brandon Mancilla.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Zohran Mamdani wants to freeze rents for New Yorkers. Here's why it's controversial.

Mamdani advocates for a rent freeze to address the housing crisis affecting low-income New Yorkers.
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

Editorial | NYC's rent crisis leaves everyone in the hole | amNewYork

Rent increases for stabilized apartments were approved, failing to satisfy either tenants or landlords.
fromTime Out New York
4 weeks ago

Yes, NYC rent is going up for 1 million apartments this fall

The NYC Rent Guidelines Board approved increases of 3-percent for one-year leases and 4.5-percent for two-year leases, affecting over one million apartments starting Oct. 1.
NYC real estate
#rent-increases
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

RENT WARS: NYC board's proposed hikes of up to 7.75% for stabilized apartments draw tenant fury, landlord support | amNewYork

New York City's Rent Guidelines Board proposed rent increases for rent-stabilized units, sparking backlash from tenant advocates seeking a rent freeze.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

RENT WARS: NYC board's proposed hikes of up to 7.75% for stabilized apartments draw tenant fury, landlord support | amNewYork

New York City's Rent Guidelines Board proposed rent increases for rent-stabilized units, sparking backlash from tenant advocates seeking a rent freeze.
more#rent-increases
#new-york-city
fromCity Limits
2 months ago
NYC real estate

After Revote, Rent Guidelines Board Considers Lower Range of Rent Hikes on 2-Year Leases

New York City is considering rent increases for regulated apartments, but advocates fight for a freeze amid rising living costs and increased landlord profits.
more#new-york-city
#housing-policy
fromKqed
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Facing Costly Lawsuit, Berkeley Likely to Pause Ban on Rent-Setting Algorithms | KQED

NYC parents
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Washington plans on 'deep cuts' to Section 8 housing vouchers

Proposed cuts to Section 8 vouchers could significantly increase homelessness, according to local advocates.
fromKqed
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Facing Costly Lawsuit, Berkeley Likely to Pause Ban on Rent-Setting Algorithms | KQED

NYC parents
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Washington plans on 'deep cuts' to Section 8 housing vouchers

Proposed cuts to Section 8 vouchers could significantly increase homelessness, according to local advocates.
more#housing-policy
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

The Daily Dirt: Rent board rookie makes valiant but naive case to activists

Rent increases by RGB have been below inflation for the past decade, affecting rent-stabilized tenants.
Low rent hikes result in increased distress among tenants living in pre-1974 buildings.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Apartments are allowed to be dangerously hot in Toronto. City still studying options | CBC News

The city of Toronto is exploring a maximum indoor temperature standard for apartments, highlighting concerns for tenant safety during extreme heat.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Rent Guidelines Board Trims Possible Rent Hike in Vote Redo

New York City Rent Guidelines Board reduced proposed rent increase range for two-year leases, reflecting tenant advocacy amidst economic pressures.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Bayview's Alice Griffith housing was built in 2017. It's already falling apart. Why?

A ceiling collapse during a community art show highlights ongoing safety concerns at Alice Griffith housing complex.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Board Vote Signals Rent Hikes on Stabilized Apartments

NYC Rent Guidelines Board proposes significant rent increases for stabilized apartments amidst affordability crisis.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Cuomo is 'landlords' favorite candidate,' lefty NYC mayoral hopefuls and tenants say, slamming ex-gov's housing record

Cuomo's housing policies and significant donations from real estate have raised tenant advocates' concerns during the NYC mayoral race.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
5 months ago

Disabled Kingston tenant 'confined mostly to living room for months'

Kingston Council was fined £10,000 for neglecting to install essential adaptations in a disabled tenant's home, highlighting systemic failures in housing response.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

New Alameda County renter protections pass after six years

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors has enacted new rental protections for unincorporated areas, mandating just cause for evictions and enhanced relocation payments.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
6 months ago

Broken lift leaves disabled man 'abandoned' in flat for more than four weeks

Residents of Malcolm House are severely affected by a broken lift, leaving them stranded and without support.
fromCity Limits
11 months ago

Concerns About PACT Private Management Program Take the Spotlight at Annual NYCHA Hearing

NYCHA's PACT program aims to enhance public housing through private management and significant funding for repairs.
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