Bronx
Not Dead Yet: Hopes For Housing Bills
Rachel Nielsen |
A roundup of predictions for what happens when Senate deadlock ends and struggles over housing legislation resume.
Bronx
Markus Makes A Mark While Espada Deliberates
Rachel Nielsen |
It’s still not clear where Senator Espada is leading his Housing Committee. Others dive in.
Bronx
Where Is the Senate On Rent Regs Reform?
Rachel Nielsen |
The State Assembly appears ready to enact an overhaul (again). It’s yet to be seen when or if things will change on the other side of the Capitol.
Bronx
Rent Regs Reform Gathers Support
Rachel Nielsen |
An effort to stem a tide of “vacancy decontrols” is gathering steam in the state capitol.
Community Service Society of New York
Tighter Credit's Been A Boon For Mitchell-Lama
Rachel Nielsen |
In this market, fewer owners can get the cash needed to exit the affordable housing program.
Homelessness
Subsidized Tenants Face The Not-For-Rent Sign
Rachel Nielsen |
Landlords can’t turn away renters if their rent money comes from government assistance. Despite a new law, however, they’re still doing exactly that.
Manhattan
WRECKING WITHOUT THE BALL: AN EVICTION LOOPHOLE
Rachel Nielsen |
State says law’s vague definition of ‘demolition’ gives owners wide grounds for evictions.
Bronx
Mitchell-Lama Co-op Weighs Subsidy Against Profit
Rachel Nielsen |
What happens if market-rate apartment sales make life more expensive for those who stay?
Brooklyn
Mayor, Council At Odds Over Voucher Tenant Bill
Rachel Nielsen |
The administration squares off against City Council on protecting Section 8 tenants.
Bronx
Housing Activists Mourn Passing of Louise Sanchez
Rachel Nielsen |
An iconic, effective housing activist is remembered by those who knew her.
