NY A01037

Establishes an independent agency or office through New York State Homes and Community Renewal to handle Mitchell-Lama resident complaints including harassment, rent increases, service failures, and conversion issues.

Requires verified financial documentation from the comptroller accounting for all spending in the 10-year period prior to any refinancing or conversion application.

Mandates that all rent and carrying charge increases receive final approval from the New York City or State Comptroller, who must certify the increases are financially necessary.

Prohibits future rent and carrying charge increases based on projections unless the comptroller agrees to monitor and confirm the validity of those projections.

Provides legal representation for Mitchell-Lama residents in landlord/tenant cases, establishes a help desk for pro se litigants, and requires judges with Mitchell-Lama expertise to oversee related cases.