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Housing New York with Kenny Burgos

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Housing New York with Kenny Burgos sheds light on the politics and the public policy shaping the future of New York City housing. As the Chief Executive Officer of the New York Apartment Association (NYAA), Kenny brings his experience as an Assembly Member for New York's 85th District in the Bronx to discuss the politics and public policy shaping the future of New York City housing. Join us each week for a recap and insider analysis of all the news you need to navigate the dynamic world of New York housing.

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Nearly 700,000 rent-stabilized homes need a $4.65 billion bailout 16.12.2025 11:12

Send us Fan Mail With expenses far outpacing rents, urgent policy reforms are needed to avoid widespread default in distressed affordable housing. We examine new reports from NYHC and NYAA . Kenny also has the latest on COPA and the Kingston rent control saga — and be sure to check out the brand-new edition of Housing New York Magazine . Plus, do you or someone you know qualify for a rent freeze...

The evidence for rent-stabilized housing distress is now overwhelming 02.12.2025 12:50

Send us Fan Mail The latest NYU Furman Center report provides a data-rich picture of New York’s rent-stabilized housing woes. Plus, residential insurance costs are one of the biggest reasons affordable housing is in so much trouble. NYAA testifies before the state Senate. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Check out the latest edition of Housing New Yo...

We have a new mayor… Now what? 18.11.2025 8:30

Send us Fan Mail Plus, we explain how rent controls lead to market paralysis and a tale of two cities. And we have an exciting new partnership to tell you about. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Check out the latest edition of Housing New York Magazine Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at...

Nonprofit affordable housing providers are sounding the alarm. 04.11.2025 11:07

Send us Fan Mail Two new reports show rents aren’t covering operating costs in stabilized buildings and project it will cost billions to save them. Plus, the insurance-cost crisis has finally captured the attention of state lawmakers. And we took a trip to Vienna, Austria. What we learned may surprise you. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Check out...

Election preview: housing on the ballot & Mamdani’s “Plan B” 21.10.2025 6:44

Send us Fan Mail Leading mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has yet to take a stand on ballot questions 2, 3, and 4 — and he’s hinted that his $10 billion campaign platform might require a new funding mechanism. Plus, we break down the numbers behind last year’s 250,000 heating complaints. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @hous...

The masses are starting to catch on to the fact that thousands of rent-stabilized buildings are under water 30.09.2025 9:27

Send us Fan Mail Older, fully-stabilized buildings with capped revenues are in a death spiral. Plus, we analyze the FARE Act’s impacts with the help of a new report from Open Igloo. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comme...

A brutal ballot fight ends with a victory for housing — and democracy. 17.09.2025 11:47

Send us Fan Mail Plus, owners aren't holding apartments off the market because they want to, they're doing it because they can't afford not to. And there are only two things certain in life: Death, and New York City’s unjust property tax system. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housi...

Housing is back on the ballot this November 04.09.2025 10:06

Send us Fan Mail Plus, Kenny explains the sudden boom in 99-unit apartment buildings, why housing court policy drives up rents, and whether rent freezes are even constitutional. (It depends.) This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions...

It’s hot out there, but rent freezes are even hotter. 19.08.2025 9:34

Send us Fan Mail We break down the politics of the rent freeze. Plus, stick around for an excerpt of Kenny’s conversation with New Rochelle Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert about why they’re actually building enough housing to keep up with demand. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X...

The “Most pro-housing administration in city history”? We break it down. 05.08.2025 12:00

Send us Fan Mail Plus, New York is bucking the national trend on evictions — with far fewer than everywhere else in the country. And we propose a small tweak to the 2019 rent laws that could boost home ownership. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substac...

HNY’s 50th EP! 🥳 Cuomo calls to repeal Urstadt & NYC must expand voucher access, court rulesUntitled Episode 22.07.2025 9:00

Send us Fan Mail We mark our 50th episode with a reflection on the year that was. Plus, federal budget cuts are coming for housing in New York. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at podcast@housingny.org On The A...

Inadequate rent adjustments, the Democratic primary & changes to HVS 08.07.2025 9:13

Send us Fan Mail Plus, we recap some smart ideas proposed in Gov. Hochul’s new Aging Master Plan . And it’s summertime, which means we’re trying to take it easy. To that end, the Housing New York podcast will now publish every two weeks through the end of August. So the next EP will drop on July 22. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on B...

The Rent Guidelines Board’s final vote is fast approaching. Here’s what’s at stake 24.06.2025 9:17

Send us Fan Mail And today is the last day to cast your vote for New York City’s next mayor. Get out there if you haven’t already and make a plan to stay cool because it’s really hot out there. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questio...

Election time: Rent Freeze defines mayoral race 17.06.2025 8:22

Send us Fan Mail New York City is at a crossroads. How the city votes in this month’s mayoral election will help determine New York City housing policy for years to come. Make a plan to vote on or ahead of June 24 – the day the polls close. The future of the city’s rent-stabilized housing stock hangs in the balance. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos....

Summer is here and the mayoral race is heating up! 10.06.2025 9:18

Send us Fan Mail Early voting begins Saturday, June 14, so let’s all make a plan to get to the polls. Also, we look at why the Community Opportunity To Purchase Act (COPA) should concern everyone. And with summer finally here, we get into the rules and guidelines around air conditioning. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @hous...

A Two-Person Race For Mayor. Who Is Better On Housing Supply? 03.06.2025 9:13

Send us Fan Mail Plus, more evidence that state housing policy passed in 2024 is failing to meet the moment; and a Trump administration plan that could upend public housing in New York City. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions...

“…any purchase price over $1 would be ludicrous.” 28.05.2025 8:06

Send us Fan Mail Rent-stabilized buildings are approaching a ‘ death spiral’ . The city must act before it's too late. Plus, co-ops are also struggling with soaring housing costs, and we take a moment to remember former Congressman and New York City legend Charlie Rangel. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.soc...

Why a rent freeze has consequences for many older buildings 20.05.2025 11:41

Send us Fan Mail Plus, the urgent need to reform Housing Court and the false promise of the Community Opportunity to Purchase Act. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at podcast@housingny.org On The Agenda 1:17 Re...

Housing in the state budget, the White House’s proposed Section 8 cuts & more 13.05.2025 9:33

Send us Fan Mail This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at podcast@housingny.org On The Agenda 1:04: Housing in the state budget: winners & losers 2:44: Trump budget proposal could devastate New York’s Section...

The Rent Guidelines Board announces preliminary rent adjustment ranges 06.05.2025 10:10

Send us Fan Mail Plus, mayoral candidates are pressed on rent freeze rhetoric and we recap Kenny’s panel discussion about homelessness and vouchers. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at podcast@housingny.org On...

Renewed push for housing vouchers in the state budget 29.04.2025 9:18

Send us Fan Mail Plus, HPD has changed the rules on a key program. We’ll tell you why this will reduce homelessness. And don’t miss Kenny, along with Social Services Commissioner Molly Park and others, at Wednesday’s UPSTREAM 2025: Frontline Solutions to Homelessness . This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Fo...

The Rent Guidelines Board data says 6.25% rent increase is necessary to prevent building deterioration 22.04.2025 7:42

Send us Fan Mail Plus, a break on composting fines for some — but not large apartment building owners. And we support a Housing Court alternative. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at podcast@housingny.org On T...

Andrew Cuomo’s housing plan, the Rent Guidelines Board & composting 15.04.2025 7:49

Send us Fan Mail This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at podcast@housingny.org On The Agenda 1:05: NYU Furman Center testimony: stabilized buildings in distress 2:47: What’s next for the Rent Guidelines Board 3:56:...

For housing in the Bronx, it’s starting to feel eerily like the 1970s… 08.04.2025 9:50

Send us Fan Mail Plus, tariffs hit housing right where it hurts, and Kenny recaps his newfound fame as the voice of reason against unfair composting fines. And for the record, we do not dispute the positive impacts of composting – just the fines. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instag...

Another year of misleading data from the Rent Guidelines Board. We correct the record. 01.04.2025 9:43

Send us Fan Mail Plus, new scaffolding regulations, new composting fines, and New York’s looming budget crisis. This is your New York Apartment Association weekly update with CEO Kenny Burgos. Follow NYAA on BlueSky: @housing.bsky.social Follow @housingny on Instagram X TikTok YouTube & Substack Send us questions or comments at podcast@housingny.org On The Agenda 1:16: Correcting the reco...