New York S00689 mandates landlords to keep residential properties free from pest infestations, requiring regular inspections and remediation of any.

New York S00689 amends the real property law to declare that pest infestations in residential properties constitute a breach of the warranty of habitability. Landlords must conduct annual inspections for pests, maintain records of these inspections, and use integrated pest management measures to prevent infestations. If an infestation occurs, landlords must promptly remediate the condition and any underlying defects. Pesticides can only be used by licensed professionals and should not replace other pest management measures. The bill also defines "pest" and "integrated pest management.

New York S00689 mandates landlords to keep residential properties free from pest infestations, requiring regular inspections and remediation of any.

New York S00689 amends the real property law to declare that pest infestations in residential properties constitute a breach of the warranty of habitability. Landlords must conduct annual inspections for pests, maintain records of these inspections, and use integrated pest management measures to prevent infestations. If an infestation occurs, landlords must promptly remediate the condition and any underlying defects. Pesticides can only be used by licensed professionals and should not replace other pest management measures. The bill also defines "pest" and "integrated pest management.