NY S07988

Defines "willful neglect" as improper maintenance or lack of maintenance resulting in substantial deterioration of residential property.

Requires the department to notify tenants and the Department of Buildings after three or more good faith complaints about health or safety violations within 120 days if conditions are not remedied.

Authorizes the city to commence legal action to compel property repairs upon consensus of more than 50% of tenants, and to prevent removal of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.

Empowers the city to place a lien on the property equal to repair costs plus administrative fees if repairs are not completed within 90 days of judgment, with a community-based housing development corporation managing the repairs.

Requires property owners to reimburse the city for all repair costs including interest, penalties, and fees, and mandates they provide tenants comparable relocation housing at equal or lower rent if repairs require displacement.