Bill > A06289

This bill expands the remedies and penalties for violations of the New York state uniform fire prevention and building code, creating a tiered penalty system for different levels of code violations. Under the new provisions, for non-imminent threat violations, property owners and contractors can be fined up to $1,000 per day and potentially face imprisonment for up to one year, with the fine amount escalating over time. For violations deemed an imminent threat to occupant safety, the penalties are significantly more severe: the first violation carries a fine of $1,000 to $5,000 per day, the second violation increases to $5,000 to $10,000 per day, and the third violation imposes a minimum fine of $10,000 per day, with each level potentially including imprisonment. The bill aims to create stronger deterrents for building code violations, particularly those that pose immediate safety risks, by implementing progressively harsher financial and legal consequences for repeat offenders. The new law will take effect on the first day of January following its enactment, providing a clear timeline for implementation.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6289