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🚨 CityFHEPS Update: Landlord Bonus Temporarily Reinstated
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As of July 1, 2025, NYC officially ended the one-time “unit-hold” bonus for landlords who rent to CityFHEPS voucher holders. But thanks to legal action, that decision is temporarily on hold.


What Happened?

On June 28, 2025, the Legal Aid Society and Legal Services NYC sued the city, arguing that ending the incentive would limit voucher-holder housing options and violate city procedures. In response, a New York State Supreme Court judge issued a temporary restraining order, keeping the bonus in place until at least August 6, 2025, when the next hearing is scheduled.

đź“° Source: City Limits – July 1, 2025


Why It Matters

For landlords, this means the incentive is currently still available. For tenants, this could improve access to more housing options while the case is being reviewed in court.


What’s Next?

Stay tuned. This court case could have a big impact on NYC’s rental market, especially for tenants relying on CityFHEPS vouchers. I'll share updates as soon as they become available.


Let’s Talk Real Estate

📲 For help navigating CityFHEPS or finding a tenant, call or text me at 917-254-2103. You can also visit justinrsimmonshomes.com for more info.

To connect with me directly, contact me at 917-254-2103. For your FREE Home Evaluation to learn the value of your home, your Homeowner Resource Guide, or your Home Buying/Down Payment Assistance Guide, use this link: https://bit.ly/45URvuV or text HomeswithJustin to 85377.

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