NY A10927: Relates to permitting other qualifying members of a household to qualify for the disability rent increase exemption
NY A10927 proposes to expand the disability rent increase exemption (DRIE) to include other qualifying household members, potentially lowering rent for eligible tenants and reducing landlord income.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Rental-Housing & Eviction Rules space on August 10, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Landlords and property managers of rent-stabilized or rent-controlled units in New York where a household member has a disability. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified; bill is pending in the New York State Legislature.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Rental-Housing & Eviction Rules continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
The bill would allow other qualifying members of a household (beyond the head of household) to qualify for the disability rent increase exemption, potentially expanding eligibility for rent freezes or reductions.
Who it affects
Landlords and property managers of rent-stabilized or rent-controlled units in New York where a household member has a disability.
What you must do
Monitor the bill's progress and assess potential impact on rent rolls; prepare to verify tenant eligibility if enacted.
Deadline
Not specified; bill is pending in the New York State Legislature.
Source: https://nyassembly.gov/leg/
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