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Rent Increase
Ask your landlord for the increase in writing, including the amount and effective date. If your building may be rent stabilized, increases are often limited — check your unit's status before assuming the new amount has to stand.
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NYC 311
The City's non-emergency service for reporting housing issues, requesting information, and being routed to the right agency.
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NYS Homes and Community Renewal
The state agency overseeing rent regulation, including rent-stabilized rent increases, registration, and overcharge complaints.
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Next actions
- Request the increase notice in writing
- Check whether your unit may be rent stabilized
- Contact NYS Homes and Community Renewal if you believe the increase is improper