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NY S03394

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/6/2015

Primary Sponsor

Liz Krueger

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "New York city department of buildings community accountability act" to improve public safety and accountability in construction oversight
  • Requires the Department of Buildings to maintain comprehensive public reporting on accidents, vacate orders, safety violations, and enforcement actions
  • Mandates the department keep records of complaints including complainant name and residence, person complained of, complaint date, and suggested remedies
  • Addresses construction safety concerns, noting construction has death rates four times higher than average occupations and poses dangers to adjacent public areas
  • Creates transparency requirements to ensure greater compliance with building code and zoning resolution standards

Legislative Description

Enacts the New York city department of buildings community accountability act.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CITIES

1/6/2016

Committee Referrals

Cities2/6/2015

Full Bill Text

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