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NY S06089
Bill
Status
5/9/2022
Primary Sponsor
Robert Jackson
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AI Summary
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Non-fireproof multiple dwellings must be inspected every three years for compliance with NYC housing maintenance code and construction codes, with inspections covering electrical wiring, circuits, outlets, switches, cords, and related equipment.
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Owners, agents, contractors, or lessees must submit fire safety inspection reports to the Department of Buildings every three years, including the number and nature of hazards found and descriptions of repairs or improvements made.
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Failure to submit required reports by September 1st of the third year results in a $100 per day fine until submission; buildings must complete repairs or improvements necessary for compliance within six months of inspection.
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Non-compliant owners face $100 per day fines, and dwellings remaining non-compliant for six months or more become subject to liens; rents must be adjusted based on abatement due to unsafe conditions from owner non-compliance.
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The NYC Department of Buildings must promulgate rules and regulations to implement these requirements.
Legislative Description
Requires the inspection of non-fireproof buildings every three years; requires compliance with the New York city housing maintenance code and the New York city construction codes; requires those dwellings not in compliance with such code at the time of inspection to make repairs or improvements necessary to comply with such standards within six months of such inspection, or a lien shall be placed upon the dwelling.
Last Action
referred to housing
5/9/2022