New York S05445 creates a private right of action for tenants against landlords in cities with over one million residents regarding sidewalk sheds.

New York S05445 amends the real property law to create a private right of action for tenants against landlords in cities with over one million residents. Tenants can sue for injunctive relief and damages if the landlord maintains a sidewalk shed without an active permit, maintains a shed for over 30 days without necessary repairs, or maintains a shed that is hazardous. Tenants must notify landlords of the alleged violation before suing, except in cases of bad faith. The act takes effect 90 days after becoming law.

New York S05445 creates a private right of action for tenants against landlords in cities with over one million residents regarding sidewalk sheds.

New York S05445 amends the real property law to create a private right of action for tenants against landlords in cities with over one million residents. Tenants can sue for injunctive relief and damages if the landlord maintains a sidewalk shed without an active permit, maintains a shed for over 30 days without necessary repairs, or maintains a shed that is hazardous. Tenants must notify landlords of the alleged violation before suing, except in cases of bad faith. The act takes effect 90 days after becoming law.