RENT GUIDELINES
Find out how much rent can increase in rent stabilized apartments,
lofts & hotels

On May 1, 2012, the NYC Rent Guidelines Board adopted a proposed range of renewal lease guidelines for rent stabilized apartments, lofts and hotels. The proposed guidelines, as well as procedures relating to public meetings and hearings concerning the guidelines, is detailed in the Public Notice (in pdf format).

You may view and download details of the current and previously issued guidelines for apartments, lofts and hotels in the Rent Guidelines section of our website.

HOUSING RESEARCH
Read the research reports that the RGB uses to determine the guidelines

The NYC Rent Guidelines Board annually prepares six research studies:

• Price Index of Operating Costs
• Income and Expense Study
• Housing Supply Report
• Income and Affordability Study
• Mortgage Survey Report
• Changes to the Rent Stabilized Housing Stock

The first four reports of 2012, the Price Index of Operating Costs, Income and Expense Study, Income and Affordability Study and the Mortgage Survey Report, have been released. All reports, as well as those from prior years, may be read and downloaded in the Housing Research section of our website.

RGB MEETINGS & HEARINGS
Schedule of 2012 RGB Meetings available

The NYC Rent Guidelines Board schedule of 2012 meetings and hearings may be viewed in the About Us section of our website.

FAQs
A great place to get answers to the most frequently asked housing questions

Have a question? We may have the answer!

• How do I find a new apartment?
• Can I have a roommate?
• Am I allowed to sublet my apartment?
• May I break by lease?
• Is the rent I'm paying legal?
• How can I get something fixed in my apartment?

Answers to these and many other questions may be found in the FAQ section of the Housing Resources section of our website.

APARTMENT-HUNTING GUIDES
Looking for an apartment in NYC can be a challenge, but our online resources may help

RGB Apartment Guide
Whether you're new to the Big Apple or a lifelong resident, the Apartment Guide section of our website offers a wealth of useful resources, including a top-ten list of important info, apartment hunting links, what to know before you sign a lease and much more.

NYC Online Affordable Housing Resource Center
The NYC Affordable Housing Resource Center offers information on all aspects of City housing, including renting an apartment, buying a home, affordable housing lottery listings, apartment maintenance issues and more.

INFORMATION REGARDING RENT LAW RENEWAL
Rent law renewed through 2015

On June 24, 2011, the state legislature and the Governor enacted the renewal of rent stabilization for four years.

For a summary of the major changes and for more information, please see our page on the Rent Act of 2011.