Some exciting new laws are coming our way in the New Year, aimed at making life easier for renters across New York City.
One of the most impactful is designed to increase transparency in the city’s rent-stabilized housing market, creating a more open and navigable housing landscape for everyone.
Starting in January 2026, the Rent Transparency Act (Intro 1037) will make landlords post their rent-stabilized units and show renters how to find them, providing important clarity to NYC housing. The law requires landlords to publicly post information about their rent-stabilized units.
Beyond simply identifying these units, the law also ensures that prospective renters have guidance on how to confirm whether a unit is rent-stabilized and how to access additional information through official channels. This is a major step toward giving New Yorkers the clarity and confidence they need when searching for housing in the city.
Every rent-stabilized building is now required to display a sign in both English and Spanish. These signs will provide tenants and prospective renters with clear information about the building’s rent-stabilized units and guidance on how to access further details through New York State Homes and Community Renewal.
Additionally, a comprehensive list of rent stabilized apartments can be found on NYC’s official rent guidelines board. This tool makes it easier than ever to identify available units, check eligibility, and plan for a move or renewal with confidence.
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