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NY S08036

Bill

Status

Passed

1/26/2024

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Thomas

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits installation of keyless security devices in common areas of residential buildings without express written consent from the owner, board of managers, board of directors, or authorized party.

  • Requires the consenting property authority to provide written notice to occupants at least 30 days before installation, either by delivering notices to each unit or posting in conspicuous common areas for 30 days.

  • Allows cooperatives and condominiums to comply with their own certificate of incorporation or by-laws instead of the 30-day notice requirement if those documents prescribe alternative notice procedures.

  • Prohibits treating keyless security device installation as a service or using it as a basis to increase rent under any circumstances.

  • Prohibits installation of such systems from obstructing or adversely impacting residents' ability to access the building.

Legislative Description

Prohibits the installation of certain security devices used to control access to common areas of a residential building without the written permission of the owners, board of managers, board of directors, or authorized party of such property; requires notice to occupants of a residential building prior to the installation of keyless security devices; prohibits increasing rent for the purpose of installing keyless security devices.

Last Action

SIGNED CHAP.13

1/26/2024

Committee Referrals

Housing1/16/2024
Rules1/5/2024

Full Bill Text

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