Bill > A01810

This bill modifies the Public Housing Law to require housing authorities to consult with and obtain approval from resident advisory boards before leasing, selling, or disposing of lands, buildings, structures, or facilities under their control. Specifically, the bill mandates that such lease or sale can only occur after consulting with and receiving approval from an affected resident advisory board, which must be defined according to federal regulations (section 903.13 of title 24 of the code of federal regulations). The approval must be evidenced by a letter issued by the board after a majority vote of its members, and the disposition must also comply with federal rules and regulations governing property disposition by housing authorities. This change aims to give residents more input and oversight in decisions about public housing properties that may impact their communities, ensuring that those most directly affected have a formal avenue to provide feedback and consent in property transactions.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1810