Bill > A05641

This bill establishes an emergency repair pilot program that allows designated cities to address hazardous code violations in buildings where owners have not made necessary repairs within a reasonable timeframe. Specifically, the bill requires the Secretary of State, in collaboration with the Division of Housing and Community Renewal, to create a pilot program where participating municipalities can enact local laws enabling them to repair code violations and then bill the property owner for these repairs. Only cities can participate in the program, and it explicitly excludes owner-occupied or homeowner primary residences. The program includes requirements for technical assistance to municipalities, the development of a model local law that can be adopted by participating cities, and an annual reporting requirement to the legislature and governor evaluating the program's effectiveness. The program will have a sunset date of May 1, 2029, meaning it will automatically expire on that date unless renewed or modified. The Secretary of State is tasked with developing rules and regulations to implement the program, and the bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5641