Bill > A01636

This bill amends the administrative code of New York City to hold the contractor or individual who performed the construction work responsible for monetary penalties related to an illegal conversion of a housing unit, rather than the residents. The bill also states that the building owner shall not be held liable for such penalties unless they knew or should have reasonably known that the construction was done without prior approval from the Department of Buildings and without the required permits. Additionally, the bill provides a complete defense against violations for illegal conversions or work done without a permit if the Department of Finance and Department of Buildings records conflict regarding the property description or assessment, or if the owner purchased the property in its already illegally converted condition.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A1636