New York S00749 mandates smoke detectors in common areas of residential buildings with three or more dwelling units.

New York S00749 requires residential buildings with common spaces shared between three or more dwelling units to install smoke detectors that can be heard in these common areas. The bill amends the executive law to specify that these detectors must meet nationally recognized standards. The council is tasked with defining common spaces, which must include accessible areas like lobbies, hallways, and stairwells. The act takes effect immediately, with rules and regulations for implementation to be finalized by January 28, 2025.

New York S00749 mandates smoke detectors in common areas of residential buildings with three or more dwelling units.

New York S00749 requires residential buildings with common spaces shared between three or more dwelling units to install smoke detectors that can be heard in these common areas. The bill amends the executive law to specify that these detectors must meet nationally recognized standards. The council is tasked with defining common spaces, which must include accessible areas like lobbies, hallways, and stairwells. The act takes effect immediately, with rules and regulations for implementation to be finalized by January 28, 2025.