Affordability crisis

“I am frustrated by inaction in Albany and I am angry and terrified for millions of New Yorkers who are going to face some pretty serious price-gouging.”

"It will likely become a self-storage facility."

Prices are increasing the fastest in the most affordable neighborhoods.

The conversion of rent-regulated apartments to ones with no limits on rent has been especially swift since 1994.

'We all have a stake in this, not just the 400,000 people who live in NYCHA housing.'

'No one who is fighting to protect & preserve the Elizabeth Street Garden is against senior affordable housing or the LGBTQ community.'

'The climate in these courtrooms has changed significantly. People are more aware of their rights, and there’s a lot more actual litigation going on.'