Were you or your family affected by Hurricane Ida in 2021? If so, the Renters Safe Housing Initiative (RSHI) Program may be able to help. Assistance is available, ranging from relocation to safe rental housing and down payment assistance to purchase permanent safe housing, to help with moving expenses. The application deadline has been extended to March 31, 2026. For more information, visit hcr.ny.gov/RSHI.
New York State Homes & Community Renewal
Government Administration
New York, New York 7,320 followers
About us
Welcome to New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR)! New York State Homes and Community Renewal is your statewide housing resource. HCR Mission The mission of New York State Homes and Community Renewal is to build, preserve and protect affordable housing and increase home ownership across the state. About Us New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) preserves housing affordability and works with many private, public and nonprofit sector partners to create inclusive, safe, “green,” and resilient places to live in New York State. HCR is charged with carrying out the Governor’s $1 billion HOUSE NY plan and by leveraging New York’s federal and state community development resources, creating affordable housing opportunities statewide. HCR programs provide financing to create and preserve multifamily housing; administer programs to improve housing conditions, ensure accessibility, and save energy; provide bonding authority and other resources to facilitate local public improvements and job creation; and help thousands of low- and moderate-income New Yorkers purchase a home. In New York City and adjacent counties, HCR enforces the State’s Rent Regulation Laws and protects the rights of tenants facing landlord harassment or rent overcharges. We also fund services for low to middle income households and for special needs populations including veterans, seniors, homeless families, individuals with HIV/AIDS, and at-risk youth. Governor Cuomo committed an additional $486 million to housing in the 2015-2016 budget, $92 million of which is dedicated to Mitchell-Lama preservation. HCR resources have helped finance over 26,000 affordable housing units since 2011, for moderate and low-income families and vulnerable New Yorkers.
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http://hcr.ny.gov
External link for New York State Homes & Community Renewal
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- Government Administration
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- 501-1,000 employees
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- New York, New York
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- Government Agency
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- Affordable Housing and New York State Government
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Updates
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New York City Housing Fact: Over 10,500 new construction affordable housing units have been built in the New York City region in the last five years! Fresh starts and modern living for families across all boroughs. #HousingForAll #NYC #NewConstruction
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BIG NEWS! New York Housing Search has been completely redesigned! Finding affordable housing in New York just got easier. Our modernized website now lets you: 🔹 Search ALL HCR-financed housing statewide in one place 🔹 Apply to affordable housing lotteries ONLINE 🔹 Browse open waitlists across New York No more barriers. Just easier access to affordable housing opportunities. Start your search today: housingsearch.ny.gov #AffordableHousing #NYHousing #NewYork #HousingSearch #HCR
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For Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, we’re spotlighting Bedford Greenhouse II in The Bronx—116 affordable apartments for families and seniors, including 70 with supportive services for people experiencing homelessness. What makes it special? There’s a 2,300-square-foot medical clinic on-site, offering healthcare to residents and the surrounding community. Because escaping homelessness isn’t just about getting a key—it’s about having access to the support you need to stay healthy and rebuild your life.
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Thanks to New York State Homes & Community Renewal's DECO team for representing HCR at the ESD MWBE Forum this week!
Vice President, DECO | Advancing MWBE & SDVOB Opportunities | Infrastructure & Procurement Leader
What an incredible experience at the ESD MWBE Forum this week! I was proud to represent New York State Homes & Community Renewal (HCR) and even prouder to support my colleagues who delivered outstanding presentations during the Opportunity Showcase and on the panel. A special shout-out to my DECO team, who led our exhibition presence with excellence—elevating HCR’s visibility, connecting with businesses, and providing clear, thoughtful guidance to partners across the state. Their commitment and professionalism anchored our engagement throughout the forum. Feeling energized by the discussions and inspired by the momentum. 📸 Sharing a few highlights with the team below.
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Don’t lose your unused contributions! Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) allows a carryover up to $680 from 2026 into 2027. Dependent Care & Adoption Advantage Accounts have until March 15, 2027 to spend leftover funds on new expenses. Find out more information at oer.ny.gov/fsa.
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We’re honored to celebrate Brett Hebner, Vice President for Multifamily Finance New York State Homes & Community Renewal as a 2025 Awards Gala Unsung Hero Gala honoree.
🌟 Unsung Hero Gala Honoree Spotlight: Brett Hebner 🌟 We’re honored to celebrate Brett Hebner, Vice President for Multifamily Finance New York State Homes & Community Renewal as a 2025 Awards Gala Unsung Hero Gala honorees. With more than 20 years of experience in land use planning and public assistance programs, Brett has dedicated his career to ensuring thousands of New Yorkers can access resources that allow them the stability they deserve. As the Vice President for Multifamily Finance, Brett has overseen the State's Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing path for affordable and supportive housing projects since 2020. In his previous role as Director of Housing at the New York State Office of Mental Health, Brett oversaw the State's community mental health housing portfolio of over 40,000 units. Brett's expertise and empathy as well as his understanding of supportive housing from development to finance has made him an invaluable part of securing the ESSHI rate increase. He exemplifies what it means to be an Unsung Hero—a leader whose work behind the scenes transforms lives and strengthens communities across New York State. See below to learn more about Brett! Join us in celebrating Brett and our other incredible honorees at the 2025 Awards Gala tonight, from 6–9 PM at 583 Park Ave, NYC!
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Be part of shaping the future of the Empire State Plaza! The NYS Office of General Services invites you to the second public workshop on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Corning Tower Observation Deck. Share your ideas, connect with neighbors, and help create a more inclusive and vibrant space for all New Yorkers. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/egJkfU98 #EmpireStatePlaza #AlbanyNY #CommunityEngagement #PublicWorkshop #ReconnectThePlaza
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Coming soon to East New York in Brooklyn: Innovative Urban Village, a 385-unit affordable housing development that will include commercial space for a fresh food grocery store. Imagine that—affordable housing AND access to fresh produce, dairy, and healthy food options right in your building. For families who struggle to afford transportation or don’t have grocery stores nearby, this amenity is life-changing. Construction is underway, and we can’t wait to see this community come to life. #HungerAndHomelessnessAwarenessWeek
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Your disability doesn’t define you. Your talent does. Employment first means real jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities. Learn about Employment First with New York State: ny.gov/EmploymentFirst
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