Requires the inspection of non-fireproof buildings in a city having a population of one million or more every three years; requires compliance with the New York city housing maintenance code and the New York city construction codes; requires those dwellings not in compliance with such code at the time of inspection to make repairs or improvements necessary to comply with such standards within six months of such inspection, or a lien shall be placed upon the dwelling.
Impact
This legislation aims to enhance fire safety standards by imposing stricter oversight on buildings that may pose risks due to structural non-compliance. Should a dwelling be found lacking during inspections, the owners will have six months to address any issues before a lien can be placed on the property. This regulatory approach is designed to protect residents and ensure safe living conditions, particularly in high-density urban environments.
Summary
Bill A08380 introduces requirements for the inspection of non-fireproof multiple dwellings in cities with populations exceeding one million. The bill mandates that these buildings undergo a fire safety inspection every three years to ensure compliance with the New York City housing maintenance and construction codes. Additionally, building owners or responsible parties must submit an inspection report, detailing fire safety hazards and remediation measures.
Contention
A notable point of contention surrounding A08380 is the enforcement mechanisms it introduces. Critics may argue that the requirement to conduct inspections every three years could create an undue financial burden for property owners and could potentially lead to increased housing costs. The penalties for non-compliance, notably daily fines and the imposition of liens, may be viewed as excessive by some stakeholders. Supporters, however, argue that these measures are vital for ensuring public safety and protecting tenants from hazardous living conditions.
Same As
Requires the inspection of non-fireproof buildings in a city having a population of one million or more every three years; requires compliance with the New York city housing maintenance code and the New York city construction codes; requires those dwellings not in compliance with such code at the time of inspection to make repairs or improvements necessary to comply with such standards within six months of such inspection, or a lien shall be placed upon the dwelling.
Requires the inspection of non-fireproof buildings every three years; requires compliance with the New York city housing maintenance code and the New York city construction codes; requires those dwellings not in compliance with such code at the time of inspection to make repairs or improvements necessary to comply with such standards within six months of such inspection, or a lien shall be placed upon the dwelling.
Requires the inspection of non-fireproof buildings every three years; requires compliance with the New York city housing maintenance code and the New York city construction codes; requires those dwellings not in compliance with such code at the time of inspection to make repairs or improvements necessary to comply with such standards within six months of such inspection, or a lien shall be placed upon the dwelling.
Ensures zoning lot mergers do not create any new non-compliance with applicable, pre-existing zoning regulations for multiple dwellings in a city having a population of five million or more.
Ensures zoning lot mergers do not create any new non-compliance with applicable, pre-existing zoning regulations for multiple dwellings in a city having a population of five million or more.
Requires the periodic inspection of commercial buildings where bicycles with electric assist are repaired, sold, rented, or stored for repair, sale, or rental; requires such inspection quarterly; requires the state fire prevention and building code council to establish a fee for such inspection; requires the inspection of such buildings following a fire-related emergency or other fire-related incident.
Requires milled roads within a city having a population of one million or more be paved over or resurfaced within seventy-two hours of such road being milled.
Requires a municipal housing authority in a city having a population of one million inhabitants or more to review the bylaws of resident councils to ensure compliance with federal and state law.
Requires the New York city housing authority to repair certain conditions within thirty days of receipt of a written notice requesting such repairs; requires NYCHA to convert from gas to electric appliances when repairing or replacing any such appliances.