East Rockaway, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 112-5
Rent increases for certain tenants
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The rentals of nonpurchasing tenants who are senior citizens or eligible handicapped persons, as defined above, and who reside in dwelling units not subject to regulations as to rentals and continuing occupancy shall not be subject to unconscionable increases beyond ordinary rentals for comparable apartments during the period of their occupancy. In determining comparability, consideration shall be given to such factors as building services and level of maintenance.
East Rockaway, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-5 establishes a protection against unconscionable rent increases for certain nonpurchasing tenants — specifically senior citizens and eligible handicapped persons — whose units are not otherwise covered by rent regulations. Under this provision, any rent increase charged to these tenants must remain within the range of ordinary rentals for comparable apartments, with comparability assessed by looking at factors such as building services and maintenance levels. The rule does not set a fixed cap but instead prohibits increases that are so far above market norms as to be considered unconscionable.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to East Rockaway, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-5 generally document how proposed rent increases for qualifying senior citizen or eligible handicapped nonpurchasing tenants compare to rents charged for similar units in the area. Compliant operators typically maintain records of building services and maintenance levels that support the comparability analysis the ordinance requires. Because the standard turns on what is 'unconscionable' relative to the local market, operators commonly track comparable rental data before implementing any increase for tenants in these protected categories.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
East Rockaway, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-5 gives qualifying senior citizens and eligible handicapped nonpurchasing tenants a right to be free from unconscionable rent increases, even if their unit is not covered by a broader rent-stabilization scheme. Tenants who believe a proposed increase exceeds ordinary rents for comparable apartments — taking into account building services and maintenance — may have grounds to raise that as a concern through local municipal channels or by consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Nassau County housing law. Keeping records of the increase notice, current lease terms, and information about rents in comparable nearby units can be useful when exploring available options under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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