Bill > A01369

This bill authorizes local governments (cities, towns, and villages) to establish administrative proceedings as an additional method for enforcing state and local housing maintenance codes. Specifically, the legislation allows localities, particularly those with populations over 325,000, to impose civil or administratively imposed penalties against property owners, lessees, agents, or other responsible parties for violations of housing maintenance regulations. The bill enables these administrative penalties to be docketed and enforced like a civil judgment without requiring further court proceedings. This means local governments can more efficiently address housing code violations by directly imposing financial penalties and potentially creating liens against properties or their rental income. The changes apply to the Multiple Dwelling Law and Multiple Residence Law, expanding local authorities' enforcement options for ensuring housing standards are met. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law and will apply to any proceedings started on or after that date, providing localities with a streamlined approach to housing code enforcement.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1369