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Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
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This program keeps you from paying a higher rent if you live in a rent regulated apartment. You can apply for this program if are 62 or older, have limited income, and spend more than one-third of your monthly income on rent .
About this program
This program can prevent certain rent increases. If you are a qualifying older adult and you live in a rent regulated apartment, your rent may be frozen . Your landlord will receive tax credits to make up for the difference between what you pay and the regular rent .
Do you want to apply?
To apply for this program, you can print and fill out the application form and mail it to the New York City Department of Finance.
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Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.
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