New York S01784 mandates inspections of vacated or abandoned properties for abandoned companion animals.

New York S01784 amends the real property actions and proceedings law to require inspections of vacated or abandoned properties for abandoned companion animals. The bill allows plaintiffs to inspect such properties for abandoned animals, with a notice requirement for tenants unless emergency repairs are needed. If a companion animal is found abandoned, the plaintiff must notify authorities to retrieve or care for the animal. The bill also imposes civil penalties for failing to inspect for abandoned animals.

New York S01784 mandates inspections of vacated or abandoned properties for abandoned companion animals.

New York S01784 amends the real property actions and proceedings law to require inspections of vacated or abandoned properties for abandoned companion animals. The bill allows plaintiffs to inspect such properties for abandoned animals, with a notice requirement for tenants unless emergency repairs are needed. If a companion animal is found abandoned, the plaintiff must notify authorities to retrieve or care for the animal. The bill also imposes civil penalties for failing to inspect for abandoned animals.