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Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question?
- How do I find an affordable apartment?
- Can I get help paying my rent?
- Is the rent I’m paying legal?
- How can I get something fixed in my apartment?
- Am I entitled to a renewal lease?
- How can I find legal assistance?
Answers to these and many other questions can be found in our FAQ pages.
Rent Guidelines
On May 7, 2026, the NYC Rent Guidelines Board adopted proposed lease guidelines (2026-27) for rent stabilized apartments, lofts and hotels. The RGB has posted the 2026 Notice of Public Hearings and Opportunity to Comment on Proposed Rules.
Rent guidelines, effective from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, were adopted on June 30, 2025. These guidelines for stabilized apartments, lofts, and hotels are available in the Rent Guidelines section of our website.
You may access and download Orders and Explanatory Statements that detail the most recent and previously issued guidelines for apartments, lofts, and hotels.
About the RGB
The NYC Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) is mandated to establish rent adjustments for the approximately one million dwelling units subject to the Rent Stabilization Law in New York City. The Board holds an annual series of public meetings and hearings to consider research from staff and testimony from tenants, owners, advocacy groups, elected officials, and industry experts.
The RGB staff is responsible for providing administrative support to the Board and prepares research regarding the economic condition of the stabilized residential real estate industry, including operating and maintenance costs, the cost of financing, housing supply, and cost of living indices. The RGB staff engages in year-round research efforts, publishes its reports for public use, other governmental agencies, and private organizations, and provides information to the public on housing-related questions.