Housing & Utilities

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

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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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