SWYM - NYC

A lot of people rent apartments in NYC for years and still don’t know if they’re living in a rent-stabilized, rent-controlled, or market-rate apartment.

That matters.

The type of apartment you have can affect your rent increases, your lease renewal rights, and other tenant protections.

This is Part 1. In Part 2, I’ll show you exactly how to check what kind of apartment you have—for free.

Save this video so you can come back to it, and send it to somebody renting in NYC. 🏠

Every time an affordable apartment building gets sold, there’s a chance another family gets priced out.

That’s why I wanted to break down COPA (Community Opportunity to Purchase Act) in regular people language.

Whether you support it or not, I encourage you to learn what the bill actually does before forming an opinion. Too often, we hear talking points instead of facts.

If you want to read the updated FAQ yourself, type this into your browser:

nyccli.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/copa-f.a.q.-updated-12.11.25.pdf

Or visit nyccli.org and search “COPA.” The site also has an overview, FAQ, animation, and a tool to contact your City Council Member if you want to get involved. (nyccli.org⁠)

Whether you’re a tenant, homeowner, landlord, or just someone who cares about the future of NYC housing, this is one of those bills worth understanding.