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A 10927

Relates to permitting other qualifying members of a household to qualify for the disability rent increase exemption

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brian Cunningham and 7 co-sponsors

Expands who counts as a qualifying household member for the disability rent increase exemption, allowing more relatives and non-head members with disabilities to qualify.

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Bill Summary · A 10927

Summary of Bill A. 10927 (2025-2026) – New York

Purpose and intent

This bill amends the real property tax law to expand eligibility for the disability rent increase exemption by allowing additional qualifying members of a household to qualify for the exemption. The change centers on who may be considered a “qualifying member” and who can qualify for the exemption within households containing a person with a disability.

Key definitions and changes

  • Head of the household (subdivision 1, paragraph b):
    The bill preserves existing eligibility criteria, but expands the concept to include:
    • (i) a person aged 62 or older, and/or
    • (ii) a person who qualifies as disabled under subdivision five of section 467-b, and/or
    • (iii) a relative or legal guardian of a qualifying member of the household who is entitled to possession, use, or occupancy of a dwelling unit.
  • Qualifying member of the household (subdivision 1, paragraph g):
    • A person who qualifies as disabled under subdivision five of section 467-b, who is not the head of the household, and who permanently resides in the dwelling unit.
  • Relative (subdivision 1, paragraph h):
    • Defines relationships eligible to be considered related to a qualifying member (spouse, domestic partner, parent, grandparent, sibling, child, stepchild, stepparent, or any direct descendant of the grandparents of the qualifying member).
  • Supervising agency (subdivision 1, paragraph i):
    • Clarifies the appropriate rent control or administrative agency responsible for administering the tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent-regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities, as designated by local law, resolution, or ordinance.

Provisions and effects

  • Expands the pool of individuals who can be considered part of the household for purposes of the disability rent increase exemption.
  • Specifically allows in-law- or multi-generational living arrangements where a qualifying disabled member is not the head of household, to qualify for the exemption if they permanently reside in the unit.
  • Provides a framework for determining eligibility through the supervising agency, ensuring consistent administration of the exemption in rent-controlled and rent-regulated properties occupied by seniors or persons with disabilities.

Who is affected

  • Renters in New York who live in rent-controlled or rent-regulated properties and who have a qualifying member of the household with a disability.
  • Households with relatives or guardians who are not the head of household but reside with and support a qualifying disabled member.
  • Local rent control/administrative agencies tasked with administering the disability rent increase exemption.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • The bill was introduced on April 9, 2026 and referred to the Assembly Committee on Aging.
  • The act provides immediate effect; it takes effect "immediately" upon enactment.
  • Administration and implementation would be overseen by the supervising agency designated by local laws or ordinances for rent-controlled or rent-regulated properties.

Practical implications and considerations

  • The change could broaden eligibility for the disability rent increase exemption, potentially increasing the number of households that qualify.
  • Localities will need to update procedures and guidance to reflect the broader definition of qualifying members and ensuring proper verification of disability status and residency.
  • The expansion emphasizes permanency of residence and the role of relatives/guardians in facilitating eligibility within the household.

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