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NY A00553

NY A00553
Requires landlords to allow for the estate of a deceased tenant to enter the property for sixty days following the death of the tenant.


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Introduced
01/09/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the real property law, in relation to requiring landlords to allow for the estate of a deceased tenant to enter the property for sixty days following the death of the tenant

AI Summary

This bill amends the New York Real Property Law to require landlords to allow the estate of a deceased tenant to access the rented property for 60 days following the tenant's death. The estate of the tenant will be liable for the rent due during this 60-day period, unless an agreement provides otherwise. This change aims to give the tenant's family or friends a grace period to access and manage the deceased tenant's property after their passing.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to housing (on 01/03/2024)

Bill Topics

Community Development and Housing Issues
  • ‐ General Housing and Community Development

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