New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S01475

Introduced
1/10/25  
Refer
1/10/25  

Caption

Excludes real property conveyances from the written notice requirement when such property is being conveyed by the state of New York or any of its political subdivisions as part of a foreclosure proceeding.

Summary

Bill S01475 amends the real property law in New York to exclude certain real property conveyances from the written notice requirement when such properties are being conveyed by the state of New York or its political subdivisions as part of a foreclosure proceeding. The bill specifies that while the county clerk or city registrar must mail a written notice of conveyance to the owner of record for most transactions, this requirement does not apply to conveyances resulting from tax lien foreclosures. The intent is to streamline the process for these specific transactions and reduce the administrative burden on governmental entities involved in foreclosure proceedings.

Impact

The bill modifies existing real property law to exempt specific conveyances from the written notice requirement, thereby altering the procedural obligations of county clerks and city registrars. This change is expected to expedite the foreclosure process for tax liens, as it removes the necessity for written notifications that could delay the transfer of ownership. It may also affect property owners who might not receive notice of such conveyances, which could impact their ability to contest or respond to the transfer.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S01475 appears to be neutral, as there have been no recorded votes or significant public opposition noted in the available committee discussions. The bill seems to be primarily administrative in nature, focusing on procedural efficiency rather than introducing controversial changes to property rights or ownership.

Contention

There may be concerns regarding the lack of notice to property owners affected by tax lien foreclosures, as this could potentially lead to situations where owners are unaware of changes in ownership. However, no specific points of contention have been documented in the discussions or voting history, indicating a general consensus or lack of opposition among legislators.

Companion Bills

NY A04623

Same As Excludes real property conveyances from the written notice requirement when such property is being conveyed by the state of New York or any of its political subdivisions as part of a foreclosure proceeding.

Previously Filed As

NY S01224

Excludes real property conveyances from the written notice requirement when such property is being conveyed by the state of New York or any of its political subdivisions as part of a foreclosure proceeding.

NY A02403

Excludes real property conveyances from the written notice requirement when such property is being conveyed by the state of New York or any of its political subdivisions as part of a foreclosure proceeding.

NY A04623

Excludes real property conveyances from the written notice requirement when such property is being conveyed by the state of New York or any of its political subdivisions as part of a foreclosure proceeding.

NY SB1254

real property conveyances; formal requirements

NY HB948

Property; debtors in foreclosures to receive certain information and forms in a notice of foreclosure; provide

NY SB0188

Property: conveyances; requirements for the conveyance of certain property in Roscommon County and Crawford County; modify. Amends secs. 3 & 4 of 2006 PA 584.

NY SB334

Conveyances of interests in real property; public hearing required.

NY S203

City of Wilmington/Property Conveyances

NY HR97

Property; conveyance of certain state owned property; authorize

NY HR1050

Property; lease or conveyance of certain state owned property; authorize

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