Bill > S06729

This bill modifies New York's real property law to give residential tenants more flexibility in installing certain home appliances and fixtures. Specifically, landlords cannot prevent tenants from installing refrigerators, freezers, ranges, cooktops, ovens, built-in microwaves, sinks, faucets, or showerheads, as long as the tenant first obtains written consent from the landlord and the installation complies with building codes. The landlord must respond to installation requests within 30 days and provide specific reasons if denying the request. Landlords are not required to modify utilities to accommodate new appliances, and they cannot charge tenants an additional fee for installing appliances if the tenant pays utility costs directly. When a tenant moves out, they must either restore the unit to its original condition or leave the installed appliances at no cost to the landlord. This bill aims to give tenants more control over their living spaces while maintaining protections for property owners.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6729