Senior and Disabled Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE/DRIE) Threshold Increase
Mount Vernon
Summary
Tenant advocates asked the city to follow New York State's lead and raise the maximum income limit for rent-stabilized senior and disabled rent freeze programs from $50,000 to $75,000.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential reduction in property tax revenues offset by municipal tax credits to building owners.
Low-income senior citizens and disabled rent-stabilized tenants facing housing instability due to rising living costs.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - Sep 23, 2026
Tenant advocates asked the city to follow New York State's lead and raise the maximum income limit for rent-stabilized senior and disabled rent freeze programs from $50,000 to $75,000.
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