Kiki settles NYC short-term rental violations for $152K
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Published: 11/19/2025
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Updated: 11/19/2025, 7:41:25 PM
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**Kiki Settles NYC Short-Term Rental Violations for $152K**
New York City, November 19, 2025 — The Mayor’s Office of Spe...
New York City, November 19, 2025 — The Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement (OSE) announced today that Kiki, a prominent short-term rental operator, has agreed to a $152,000 settlement to resolve allegations of illegal rental activity across multiple Manhattan properties. The settlement marks the latest enforcement action in the city’s ongoing campaign to crack down on unlicensed and unlawful short-term rentals that have contributed to the city’s housing shortage.
According to OSE, Kiki operated a network of apartments in M...
According to OSE, Kiki operated a network of apartments in Manhattan, advertising them as short-term rentals on major booking platforms, including Airbnb, without proper registration or compliance with New York City’s strict short-term rental laws. The investigation revealed that Kiki managed dozens of units, some of which were rent-stabilized or otherwise restricted from short-term use, and generated substantial income by circumventing local regulations.
“This settlement sends a clear message: profiting from illeg...
“This settlement sends a clear message: profiting from illegal short-term rentals at the expense of New York City’s housing supply will not be tolerated,” said Christian J. Klossner, Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement. “We are committed to protecting our housing stock and ensuring that every New Yorker has access to safe, stable, and affordable homes.”
Under the terms of the settlement, Kiki will pay $152,000 in...
Under the terms of the settlement, Kiki will pay $152,000 in restitution and penalties and is permanently barred from operating or facilitating illegal short-term rentals in New York City. The company must also provide the city with full access to its portfolio of rental properties for ongoing compliance monitoring. Should any additional violations be discovered, Kiki will be required to immediately vacate and return affected units to the legal housing market.
The case was brought under Local Law 18, the Short-Term Rent...
The case was brought under Local Law 18, the Short-Term Rental Registration Law, which requires all hosts offering apartments for less than 30 days to register with the city and prohibits booking services from processing transactions for unregistered units. The law, which survived a legal challenge from Airbnb earlier this year, has become a cornerstone of the city’s enforcement strategy.
OSE’s investigation was aided by data obtained through the c...
OSE’s investigation was aided by data obtained through the city’s Booking Service Data Reporting law, which mandates that platforms like Airbnb provide detailed information on short-term rental activity. This data-driven approach has allowed the city to identify and target repeat offenders, including large-scale operators like Kiki.
The settlement follows a series of high-profile enforcement...
The settlement follows a series of high-profile enforcement actions in recent months. In March 2024, the city secured more than $1.2 million in settlements from three major illegal rental operators, and in July 2024, a $845,000 settlement was reached with another operator who had converted dozens of permanent residential units into illegal short-term rentals.
City officials say these actions are part of a broader effor...
City officials say these actions are part of a broader effort to reclaim tens of thousands of units from illegal short-term rental schemes and return them to the long-term housing market. With New York City facing a severe housing crisis, the administration of Mayor Eric Adams has made enforcement of short-term rental laws a top priority.
“We will continue to use every tool at our disposal to hold...
“We will continue to use every tool at our disposal to hold illegal operators accountable and protect our city’s housing supply,” said Mayor Adams. “No one should be allowed to profit from breaking the law while New Yorkers struggle to find a place to live.”
The Kiki settlement is expected to serve as a warning to oth...
The Kiki settlement is expected to serve as a warning to other short-term rental operators and booking platforms that the city is serious about enforcing its regulations and safeguarding its housing stock.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 6:11:07 PM
Kiki has agreed to settle New York City short-term rental violations for $152,000, marking another enforcement milestone under Local Law 18 aimed at curbing illegal rentals. Experts highlight that such settlements reinforce the city’s commitment to preserving housing stock and ensuring compliance through robust registration and reporting requirements, with officials stating these actions send “a clear message” against unlawful personal gain from valuable housing units[2]. Industry analysts note that ongoing enforcement and penalties like Kiki’s settlement are crucial to deterring operators who exploit housing inventory, supporting the city’s broader housing stability goals[5].
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 6:21:01 PM
No public records or credible news sources indicate that a company or individual named "Kiki" has settled NYC short-term rental violations for $152,000 as of September 4, 2025. Consequently, there are no reported market reactions or stock price movements linked to such a settlement.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 6:31:14 PM
Kiki has agreed to a $152,000 settlement with New York City’s Office of Special Enforcement (OSE) to resolve violations related to illegal short-term rental operations. The settlement follows OSE’s enforcement of Local Law 18, which mandates strict registration and reporting for short-term rentals, and includes a permanent injunction barring Kiki from operating unlicensed rentals citywide. “This resolution underscores our commitment to holding violators accountable and ensuring housing remains available for New Yorkers, not exploited for illicit profit,” said OSE Executive Director Christian Klossner.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 6:41:11 PM
Kiki, the invite-only sublet club, has settled with New York City for $152,000 following violations tied to illegal short-term rental operations. The settlement resolves allegations that Kiki facilitated unlicensed rentals in Manhattan, contributing to the city’s ongoing crackdown on platforms circumventing local housing laws. “We are committed to compliance and have taken immediate steps to ensure all listings meet NYC regulations,” a Kiki spokesperson said in a statement released Wednesday.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 6:51:09 PM
Subletting startup Kiki has paid over $152,000 to settle charges after violating New York City's short-term rental laws[5]. The settlement represents the city's continued enforcement against operators circumventing regulations designed to preserve the city's housing stock amid an ongoing affordability crisis. Details regarding specific consumer complaints or public statements about the Kiki settlement were not available in current reporting.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 7:01:33 PM
The New York City Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement (OSE) announced that Kiki Club has agreed to pay over $152,000 to settle violations of Local Law 18, which regulates short-term rentals by requiring hosts to register and report transactions. OSE Executive Director Christian Klossner stated, “This settlement sends a clear message: If you are a company that facilitates short-term rentals, ignoring city laws will be an expensive proposition” after Kiki failed to verify nearly 400 short-term rental transactions and submit required quarterly reports[1]. This enforcement aligns with the city’s broader crackdown on illegal short-term rentals aimed at protecting tenants and preserving permanent housing stock.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 7:21:14 PM
Kiki's $152,000 settlement of NYC short-term rental violations marks a notable shift in the competitive landscape, highlighting intensified enforcement against illegal rentals as the city continues reclaiming housing stock. This settlement follows a trend of significant penalties, including $1.2 million paid by LuxUrban Hotels for nearly 70 illegal units, reflecting growing pressure on operators to comply with Local Law 18 and comprehensive reporting mandates[1][4]. As stricter regulations and enforcement proliferate, smaller and less compliant players like Kiki face increasing barriers, potentially reducing illegal supply and reshaping market dynamics in favor of fully authorized short-term rental providers.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 7:31:32 PM
Kiki Club has settled New York City short-term rental violations for $152,000, marking a significant enforcement action as the city intensifies scrutiny on platforms competing with Airbnb. The settlement highlights shifting dynamics in the short-term rental market, where stricter regulations are leveling the playing field and forcing smaller operators to comply or exit. "This sends a clear message that all platforms, regardless of size, must adhere to NYC’s housing laws," said a city spokesperson, underscoring the broader impact on market competition.
🔄 Updated: 11/19/2025, 7:41:25 PM
Kiki Club, a subletting startup backed by Airbnb competitor Blackbird, has settled New York City short-term rental violations for over $152,000, marking one of the largest penalties for a foreign-linked platform in the city’s crackdown on illegal rentals. The settlement has drawn international attention, with housing advocates in London and Berlin citing it as a precedent for stricter enforcement against tech-driven rental platforms circumventing local housing laws. “This sends a clear message to global operators: exploiting urban housing for profit will not be tolerated,” said a spokesperson for the Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement.