Prohibits utility service terminations in multiple dwellings; authorizes utility companies or municipalities to seek a receiver for rent or payment.

New York S08118 prohibits utility service terminations in multiple dwellings for nonpayment of bills. Utility companies or municipalities can seek court action to appoint a receiver for rent or payment collection. The receiver collects rents or payments to cover utility bills, operational costs, and maintenance. The receivership ends when the arrearage is satisfied or the building is sold. The owner or agent collecting rent during receivership can be found in contempt of court. The bill also imposes penalties for noncompliance with notice requirements.

Prohibits utility service terminations in multiple dwellings; authorizes utility companies or municipalities to seek a receiver for rent or payment.

New York S08118 prohibits utility service terminations in multiple dwellings for nonpayment of bills. Utility companies or municipalities can seek court action to appoint a receiver for rent or payment collection. The receiver collects rents or payments to cover utility bills, operational costs, and maintenance. The receivership ends when the arrearage is satisfied or the building is sold. The owner or agent collecting rent during receivership can be found in contempt of court. The bill also imposes penalties for noncompliance with notice requirements.