Housing (Historic Preservation)

in committee · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 10999: Enacts the "teardown tax act"

Enacts the "teardown tax act"; establishes a dwelling unit removal surcharge on the conversion of multiple dwelling units into single-family dwellings in the city of New York.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill introduces a new surcharge on dwelling removal, increasing taxes on housing market activities and restricting fiscal flexibility.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingThe bill imposes a surcharge on removing dwelling units, which discourages demolition and limits the supply of housing units, thereby restricting housing development and availability.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Historic Preservation Zoning

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in committee · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 9914: Relates to requiring property owners to dedicate certain residential units to rent regulated status following demolition and new construction or substantial renovation

Requires property owners to dedicate certain residential units to rent regulated status following demolition and new construction or substantial renovation.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates dedicating units to rent regulation after demolition/renovation, directly increasing affordable housing supply and protecting tenants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Historic Preservation Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 9867: Enacts the "teardown tax act"

Enacts the "teardown tax act"; establishes a dwelling unit removal surcharge on the conversion of multiple dwelling units into single-family dwellings in the city of New York.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill imposes a new surcharge (tax) on property removal, restricting fiscal flexibility and increasing tax burden.90% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingThe bill imposes a surcharge on removing dwelling units, which restricts the supply of housing and limits development opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Historic Preservation

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passed · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 9677: Enacts the "city of Buffalo historic preservation receivership act"

Enacts the "city of Buffalo historic preservation receivership act"; provides the city of Buffalo specific procedures for the appointment of a receiver of rents in instances where the property at issue is neglected or abandoned.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes a receivership to manage neglected or abandoned properties, preventing them from falling into disrepair and ensuring continued housing availability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Historic Preservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 10366: Establishes the white elephant housing historic rehabilitation projects tax credit program

Establishes the large projects historic rehabilitation tax credit and the "white elephant" housing historic rehabilitation projects tax credit program for qualified rehabilitation expenditures totaling fifty million dollars or more with respect to a certified historic structure that has been vacant, as determined by local code enforcement or other reasonable means, for at least ten of fifteen consecutive years preceding the date of the taxpayer's application for the rehabilitation credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit program for historic rehabilitation, providing tax relief and encouraging investment in property rehabilitation while generating economic activity.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credits for historic rehabilitation of vacant properties, encouraging development and reducing vacancy rates in housing stock.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Building Codes Historic Preservation

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9571: Permits multiple transfers of low-income housing tax credits

This bill allows low-income housing tax credits to be transferred multiple times between different owners or entities, rather than being limited to a single transfer. It directly affects taxpayers who own interests in low-income housing buildings and the entities that receive these tax credits. The key provision permits a transferee to pass the credit on to another person or entity, provided the transfer is properly documented and does not affect the project's eligibility for program benefits. The changes apply to tax credits allocated under the public housing law, regardless of whether the projects are under construction, completed, or in pre-development stages.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax credit transfers, providing more flexibility for low-income housing investments and potentially increasing funding for affordable housing programs.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill facilitates low-income housing tax credit transfers, enabling more entities to develop affordable housing projects and increasing available affordable housing units.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 19, 2026

S 9259: Creates an office to residential conversion tax credit and a historic preservation rehabilitation office to residential conversion tax credit

Creates an office to residential conversion tax credit which shall be administered by the empire state development corporation; creates a historic preservation rehabilitation office to residential conversion tax credit which shall be administered by the state historic preservation office.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a residential conversion tax credit, providing tax relief for property owners and historic preservation projects, aligning with tax incentive policies that advance fiscal support for specific economic activities.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates tax credit offices to incentivize residential conversions, increasing housing supply through development funding mechanisms.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Historic Preservation Property Development

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10192: Creates an office to residential conversion tax credit and a historic preservation rehabilitation office to residential conversion tax credit

Creates an office to residential conversion tax credit which shall be administered by the empire state development corporation; creates a historic preservation rehabilitation office to residential conversion tax credit which shall be administered by the state historic preservation office.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit administration offices, providing tax relief through incentives for residential conversion and historic preservation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates tax credits for residential conversion and historic preservation, incentivizing housing development and preservation, aligning with affordable housing goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Historic Preservation Property Development

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8653: Creates a vacant property classification

Creates a vacant property classification for vacant and blighted properties; allows for cities with a population of one million or more to levy an additional real property tax on vacant and blighted properties with funds raised from such taxes being used to address homelessness.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new property tax on vacant properties to fund homelessness programs, directly advancing public service funding through targeted taxation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingLevies tax on vacant/blighted properties to fund homelessness initiatives, directly addressing housing needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Historic Preservation Homelessness Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8676: Enacts the care workforce housing preference act

Provides for the eligibility of certain households for a care workforce housing preference; provides for the method of application for such preference; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates housing preference for care workforce, advancing affordable housing access for essential workers by prioritizing their eligibility in housing programs.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides housing preference for care workforce, addressing housing stability - a key factor in workforce retention and job access within labor sector.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Tenant Rights

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