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Mayor Mamdani Tackles Housing Crisis with New Appointments

1/4/2026

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New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani prioritized housing by appointing Dina Levy, an advocate for affordable housing, as housing commissioner.
He signed an executive order directing public hearings on tenant issues.
At a Bronx apartment building, Mamdani urged tenants to raise concerns about dilapidated buildings and excessive fees.
The hearings will reveal issues such as inadequate heating and pest infestations.

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Story summary

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani prioritized housing by appointing Dina Levy, an advocate for affordable housing, as housing commissioner.
He signed an executive order directing public hearings on tenant issues.
At a Bronx apartment building, Mamdani urged tenants to raise concerns about dilapidated buildings and excessive fees.
The hearings will reveal issues such as inadequate heating and pest infestations.