NY S02592

Prohibits landlords from terminating leases or tenancies in rental buildings (20+ units) where substantially all tenants are seniors (65+) and/or persons with disabilities, except for cause (lease violations like non-payment of rent) and only with prior court approval.

Court must consider factors including whether the building operates at profit or loss, need for major capital repairs, prior representations to tenants about occupancy length, alternative housing offered, number of affected tenants, and length of tenancy when deciding whether to approve termination.

Limits rent increases in senior/disability housing to no more than one percent above the consumer price index change since the start of tenancy or most recent renewal, with increases permitted only once annually.

Requires landlords to notify affected tenants, local municipalities, and prospective tenants in writing about the filing of any termination action affecting multiple leases.

Imposes liability on violating landlords for reasonable attorney's fees, relocation expenses, and return of initiation fees and security deposits; violations may be pursued in any court of competent jurisdiction.