New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A00889

Introduced
1/8/25  
Refer
1/8/25  

Caption

Enacts the "sewage flooding prevention act"; authorizes certain homeowners and not-for-profit agencies in New York City to receive an abatement of real property taxes up to two thousand dollars for the cost of installing sewer improvement check valve devices on certain dwellings; directs the New York City department of environmental protection to promulgate any necessary rules and regulations.

Summary

Bill A00889, known as the "Sewage Flooding Prevention Act," aims to provide financial incentives for homeowners and not-for-profit entities in New York City to install check valve devices that prevent sewage backflow into dwellings. The bill proposes a tax abatement of up to two thousand dollars for the cost of purchasing and installing these devices, thereby encouraging property owners to take preventive measures against sewage flooding. The New York City Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with creating regulations to facilitate the implementation of this act, including identifying suitable check valve systems.

Impact

The enactment of this bill will amend the real property tax law and the administrative code of New York City, specifically by introducing tax and water/sewer charge abatements for property owners who install check valves. This change is expected to enhance public health and safety by reducing the risk of sewage flooding in densely populated areas, while also providing financial relief to property owners who invest in these improvements. The bill primarily affects homeowners and not-for-profit entities in cities with populations exceeding one million, specifically targeting urban areas prone to sewage issues.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A00889 appears to be generally positive, as it addresses a significant public health concern in urban areas while providing financial incentives for property owners to take proactive measures. However, there may be some concerns regarding the implementation and effectiveness of the proposed tax abatement, as well as the potential financial impact on city revenues.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the fiscal implications of the tax abatements on city budgets, particularly in light of existing financial constraints. Some stakeholders may argue that while the bill aims to improve public health, the cost to the city could outweigh the benefits. Additionally, there may be differing opinions on the effectiveness of check valves as a long-term solution to sewage flooding, with some advocating for more comprehensive infrastructure improvements instead.

Companion Bills

NY S02212

Same As Enacts the "sewage flooding prevention act"; authorizes certain homeowners and not-for-profit agencies in New York City to receive an abatement of real property taxes up to two thousand dollars for the cost of installing sewer improvement check valve devices on certain dwellings; directs the New York City department of environmental protection to promulgate any necessary rules and regulations.

Previously Filed As

NY A01382

Enacts the "sewage flooding prevention act"; authorizes certain homeowners and not-for-profit agencies in New York City to receive an abatement of real property taxes up to two thousand dollars for the cost of installing sewer improvement check valve devices on certain dwellings; directs the New York City department of environmental protection to promulgate any necessary rules and regulations.

NY S02167

Enacts the "sewage flooding prevention act"; authorizes certain homeowners and not-for-profit agencies in New York City to receive an abatement of real property taxes up to two thousand dollars for the cost of installing sewer improvement check valve devices on certain dwellings; directs the New York City department of environmental protection to promulgate any necessary rules and regulations.

NY S02212

Enacts the "sewage flooding prevention act"; authorizes certain homeowners and not-for-profit agencies in New York City to receive an abatement of real property taxes up to two thousand dollars for the cost of installing sewer improvement check valve devices on certain dwellings; directs the New York City department of environmental protection to promulgate any necessary rules and regulations.

NY S08280

Relates to a rebate against real property taxes for certain owners of real property in the city of New York for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2024.

NY A08806

Relates to a rebate against real property taxes for certain owners of real property in the city of New York for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2024.

NY S09441

Requires landlords of non-owner occupied, one-six family dwellings in the city of New York to provide fire extinguishers in all rented apartments; authorizes the promulgation of standards related thereto.

NY S07685

Relates to increasing the amount of the childcare center tax abatement for certain properties in a city having a population of one million or more for abatements taken in a tax year commencing on or after July first, two thousand twenty-five; provides that no such childcare center tax abatement shall be authorized for any tax year commencing on or after July first, two thousand thirty-two; extends the deadline for application for such childcare center tax abatement to March fifteenth, two thousand twenty-seven.

NY A08028

Relates to increasing the amount of the childcare center tax abatement for certain properties in a city having a population of one million or more for abatements taken in a tax year commencing on or after July first, two thousand twenty-five; provides that no such childcare center tax abatement shall be authorized for any tax year commencing on or after July first, two thousand thirty-two; extends the deadline for application for such childcare center tax abatement to March fifteenth, two thousand twenty-seven.

NY A08380

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.

NY S06600

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.

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