New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S05675

Introduced
2/27/25  

Caption

Requires a petition in a summary proceeding to recover possession of real property in the city of Schenectady to allege proof of compliance with local laws requiring rental residential property registration and licensure.

Summary

Bill S05675 amends the real property actions and proceedings law to require that any petition for a summary proceeding to recover possession of real property in the city of Schenectady must include proof of compliance with local laws regarding the registration and licensure of rental residential properties. This requirement aims to ensure that landlords adhere to local regulations before they can initiate eviction proceedings, thereby providing a layer of protection for tenants.

Impact

The bill will directly affect landlords and tenants in Schenectady by enforcing compliance with local rental property registration laws. It adds a procedural requirement for landlords, which may lead to increased accountability and potentially reduce unlawful evictions. This change could also influence local housing policies and the enforcement of rental regulations in Schenectady.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill S05675 appears to be generally supportive among tenant advocacy groups who see it as a necessary step to protect renters' rights. However, there may be concerns from landlords regarding the additional administrative burden this requirement imposes on them, which could lead to mixed feelings among property owners and real estate professionals.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise between tenant advocacy groups, who support the bill for enhancing tenant protections, and landlord associations, who may argue that the bill complicates the eviction process and adds unnecessary bureaucracy. The balance between tenant rights and landlord responsibilities is likely to be a focal point of debate.

Companion Bills

NY A00231

Same As Requires a petition in a summary proceeding to recover possession of real property in the city of Schenectady to allege proof of compliance with local laws requiring rental residential property registration and licensure.

NY A07653

Same As Requires a petition in a summary proceeding to recover possession of real property in the city of Schenectady to allege proof of compliance with local laws requiring rental residential property registration and licensure.

Previously Filed As

NY A00231

Requires a petition in a summary proceeding to recover possession of real property in the city of Schenectady to allege proof of compliance with local laws requiring rental residential property registration and licensure.

NY A07653

Requires a petition in a summary proceeding to recover possession of real property in the city of Schenectady to allege proof of compliance with local laws requiring rental residential property registration and licensure.

NY A01656

Prohibits naming dependent children under the age of 18 living in the same household with a parent or guardian in petitions to recover possession of real property and eviction warrants; seals any records pertaining to dependent children under the age of 18 living in the same household with a parent or guardian who were residing on or removed from such property.

NY S03497

Requires that in order to commence a summary proceeding for eviction in the city of Syracuse pursuant to article 7 of the real property actions and proceedings law, the party must plead and prove compliance with any local law requiring the registration or licensure of residential rental dwellings.

NY A03110

Requires that in order to commence a summary proceeding for eviction in the city of Syracuse pursuant to article 7 of the real property actions and proceedings law, the party must plead and prove compliance with any local law requiring the registration or licensure of residential rental dwellings.

NY AB1384

Summary proceedings for obtaining possession of real property: procedural requirements.

NY AB863

Residential rental properties: language requirements.

NY HB756

Petition for Guardianship of the Property of Alleged Disabled Person - Stay of Civil Actions and Proceedings

NY HB426

Petition for Guardianship of the Property of Alleged Disabled Person - Stay of Civil Actions and Proceedings

NY HB0426

Petition for Guardianship of the Property of Alleged Disabled Person - Stay of Civil Actions and Proceedings

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