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For LandlordsStrategies for multi-family property owners to maximize Section 8 participation. Portfolio management, NYCHA Owner Extranet, rent optimization, and compliance at scale.
NewsCan you rent a co-op or condo to a Section 8 tenant? Understanding board approval, subletting restrictions, source of income discrimination law, and voucher holder rights in NYC.
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The EHV program is ending in 2026. What NYC voucher holders and landlords need to know about the transition to regular Section 8 (HCV) and how it affects the waitlist.
How to request and respond to reasonable accommodations in NYC Section 8 housing. NYCHA process, common accommodations, landlord obligations, and medical verification requirements.
For LandlordsNYC landlords must install window guards where children 10 or younger reside. Annual notice requirements, costs, installation specs, and Section 8 inspection tips.
For LandlordsComplete guide to lead paint disclosure, testing, and remediation requirements for Section 8 landlords in NYC. August 2025 XRF testing deadline explained.
For LandlordsComplete guide to NYCHA utility allowances for Section 8 landlords. 2025 rates, rent calculation impact, and how tenant-paid utilities affect your HAP payment.
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For LandlordsComplete guide to the NYCHA Owner Extranet: how to submit rental packets, track payments, download 1099s, certify repairs, list vacancies, and manage your Section 8 portfolio online.
For LandlordsEssential Section 8 lease requirements for NYC landlords: HUD tenancy addendum, minimum term, prohibited clauses, required provisions, and how the lease works with the HAP contract.
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