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Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
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Pinterest This program can prevent certain rent increases. If you are a qualifying older adult and you live in a rent regulated apartment, your rent may be frozen. Your landlord will receive tax credits to make up for the difference between what you pay and the regular rent.
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To apply for this program, you can print and fill out the application form and mail it to the New York City Department of Finance.
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