NYC Housing Court Glossary
Major Capital Improvement
Plain EnglishA building-wide upgrade your landlord used to raise your rent
Legal Definition
A rent increase allowed for rent-stabilized apartments when a landlord installs qualifying building-wide improvements. Must be approved by DHCR.
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Practical Tip
Under HSTPA 2019, MCI increases are now temporary and phase out over time. If you're paying an MCI surcharge, check whether it's still valid.
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