Requires that any penalties for violations of housing standards or building and fire codes be assessed and imposed within fourteen days; increases certain fine amounts for violations of housing standards.
Impact
The implementation of A08404 is expected to significantly impact state laws regarding housing regulations, particularly by enforcing quicker response times to violations. This could lead to improved building safety and maintenance conditions as owners and contractors may be compelled to address issues promptly to avoid increased fines. The heightened penalties for violations will likely serve as a stronger deterrent against neglectful practices in building and housing management, forcing stakeholders to adhere to established codes and regulations.
Summary
Bill A08404 proposes amendments to the executive law and the administrative code of New York City to streamline the process of imposing penalties for violations of housing standards and building and fire codes. Specifically, the bill mandates that penalties for violations must be assessed within a fourteen-day timeframe. Additionally, it proposes to increase the fine amounts associated with various violations, which aims to enhance compliance and improve safety standards in housing and construction sectors, especially in densely populated urban areas.
Contention
While supporters argue that this bill is necessary to protect residents and ensure safe living environments, there may be concerns regarding the increased financial burden on property owners and contractors, especially smaller entities. Critics may also argue that hastening the penalty assessment process could lead to perceived injustices, where violations may be documented and punished without allowing adequate time for correction. The debate surrounding the bill may focus on finding a balance between ensuring public safety and not overburdening responsible property managers and owners.
Same As
Requires that any penalties for violations of housing standards or building and fire codes be assessed and imposed within fourteen days; increases certain fine amounts for violations of housing standards.
Requires that any penalties for violations of housing standards or building and fire codes be assessed and imposed within fourteen days; increases certain fine amounts for violations of housing standards.
Requires that any penalties for violations of housing standards or building and fire codes be assessed and imposed within fourteen days; increases certain fine amounts for violations of housing standards.
Adds a knowing element to certain violations for concealed license plates; increases the fine amounts for certain violations relating to concealed license plates to $75 - $300 for first violation, $75 - $350 for a second violation, and $75 - $400 for the third and any subsequent violations.
Adds a knowing element to certain violations for concealed license plates; increases the fine amounts for certain violations relating to concealed license plates to $75 - $300 for first violation, $75 - $350 for a second violation, and $75 - $400 for the third and any subsequent violations.
Provides additional enforcement of housing maintenance code violations in the city of New York; requires the department of housing preservation and development to produce a list of owners/landlords with multiple violations; directs HPD to commence proceedings to be appointed as the administrator of buildings with multiple, longstanding violations; provides additional penalties.
Requires the state division of housing and community renewal to verify there are no class B or C housing code violations or no more than 30 class A housing code violations on the property prior to authorizing a rent increase for major capital improvements for such property; provides that outstanding violations shall be corrected by the landlord and verified by the city rent agency prior to authorization of a rent increase.