Bill > S02212

This bill enacts the "Sewage Flooding Prevention Act," which provides tax and charge abatements for homeowners and not-for-profit entities in New York City who install check valve devices to prevent sewage backflow. Specifically, the bill allows residential property owners to receive a tax abatement of up to $2,000 (50% of the installation cost) for installing a check valve that prevents sewage from backing into their dwelling. Similarly, not-for-profit organizations owning buildings or dwellings in New York City can receive an abatement of water and sewer charges up to $2,000 for installing such devices. The bill defines a "dwelling" as any building or structure (or portion thereof) used as a home, residence, or sleeping place. The New York City Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with creating rules and regulations to implement this program, including identifying appropriate check valve systems. The legislation will take effect 180 days after becoming law, aiming to help property owners protect their buildings from potentially damaging and unhygienic sewage backups.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2212