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How to Handle the Addition or Removal of Cotenants

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Sep 30, 2026 | Eileen O'Toole
We answer 9 frequently asked questions.
Management Basics

Large Building Owners Must Post Updated Energy Grades by Oct. 31

Sep 30, 2026 | Eileen O'Toole
Or face a civil penalty of $1,250.
Management Basics

Know Your Heating Obligations as the 2026–2027 Heat Season Begins

Sep 30, 2026 | Eileen O'Toole
Penalties start at $250–$500 for each initial heat or hot water violation.
Landlord v. Tenant

Landlord v. Tenant: October 2026

Sep 30, 2026 | Eileen O'Toole
Here are three recent case summaries from our sister publication, NY Landlord v. Tenant.
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New Legal Risks for NY Landlords: Dog Incidents and the End of the One-Bite Rule

Aug 31, 2026 | Daniel Bagliore
We explain what’s changed—and give you practical steps to protect yourself.
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HUD Changes Policy on Emotional Support Animals as Reasonable Accommodations

HUD Changes Policy on Emotional Support Animals as Reasonable Accommodations

Jul 31, 2026 | Feature | Eileen O'Toole
Are state and local changes on the horizon?
RGB Freezes Rent-Stabilized Rents for 2026-27 Lease Renewals

RGB Freezes Rent-Stabilized Rents for 2026-27 Lease Renewals

Jul 1, 2026 | Feature | Eileen O'Toole
The Board grants no rent increases for one- or two-year renewals despite a 5.3% rise in operating costs.
How to Make Tenants Remove Obstructions from Fire Exits and Hallways

How to Make Tenants Remove Obstructions from Fire Exits and Hallways

May 29, 2026 | Feature | Eileen O'Toole
Don’t wait till you get a violation notice—or worse, a fire breaks out.
Management Basics

Use Updated DHCR Forms for SCRIE and DRIE Tenants

The new forms reflect the higher eligibility levels for these tenants.

File 2026 Rent Registrations Online by July 31

Or risk a stiff penalty: a $500 penalty per unregistered unit for each month a rent registration is delinquent.

How to Comply with Annual Steam Radiator Notice & Inspection Requirements

Here’s what you need to know about Local Law 151 to avoid violations.

File Real Property Income & Expense and Storefront Registry Statements by June 1

If you miss the RPIE filing deadline, the penalty is up to 5% of your property’s actual assessed value.

Take Steps to Minimize Tenant Claims of Retaliatory Eviction

Don’t let your eviction cases get derailed by tenants who question your motives.

DOF Publishes FY 2027 Tentative Assessment Roll

Brooklyn experienced the largest market value percent increase for Class 2, at 11.8%.