NY A10397

Authorizes municipalities in Ulster County to collect unpaid housing, building, and fire code violation penalties, costs, and fines by adding them to the annual tax levy.

Requires violations to be adjudicated through court judgment, recorded by county clerk, and unpaid for at least one year after exhaustion of all appeals before placement on tax levy.

Exempts owner-occupied residential dwellings and primary residences from having code violations placed on the tax levy.

Requires municipalities to notify property owners within 30 days of placement and develop a tenant assistance program including housing counseling before tax foreclosure.

Allows property owners to cure violations prior to redemption period expiration to remove property from levy, enter payment plans, or redeem property by paying full balance before auction.