NY A06000

Prohibits subdividing or changing the layout of rent-stabilized housing with intent to cause tenants to surrender or waive their rights under rent stabilization law.

Specifies that subdivisions of rent-stabilized units cannot disqualify the housing from rent stabilization protections and regulations.

Requires property owners planning to subdivide or change the layout of rent-stabilized apartments to notify tenants, local community boards, and city and state representatives at least 90 days before work begins.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment, with provisions expiring on the same date as the underlying rent stabilization law under section 26-520 of the administrative code.