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Rent Stabilization

Use this dashboard's screening tool for an initial signal, then request your unit's official rent history to confirm status. Rent-stabilized tenants have specific protections around renewals and increases.

Government agency

OfficialNYC

NYC 311

The City's non-emergency service for reporting housing issues, requesting information, and being routed to the right agency.

311

Fresh · Verified 2026-08-15

OfficialNew York State

NYS Homes and Community Renewal

The state agency overseeing rent regulation, including rent-stabilized rent increases, registration, and overcharge complaints.

Fresh · Verified 2026-08-15

Nonprofit & legal help

NonprofitNYC

The Legal Aid Society

A nonprofit providing free legal help to NYC tenants.

Fresh · Verified 2026-08-15

Next actions

  • Use the Is It Rent Stabilized? screening tool for an initial signal
  • Request your unit's official rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal
  • Keep any lease riders or disclosures you've received