Since the start of COVID-19, court closures, and various eviction moratoriums in both residential and commercial eviction proceedings, a recent trend has developed: commencement of a plenary action … [Read more...] about Plenary Actions for Rent or Use and Occupancy
Disabled Tenant Rights to Request an Interior Housing Modification
On December 2, 2020, Chapter 311 of the Laws of 2020 was signed into law. The new law requires housing providers who are covered under Human Rights Law Section 296.2-b and Section 296.18-a, to provide … [Read more...] about Disabled Tenant Rights to Request an Interior Housing Modification
COVID-19 Emergency Protect Our Small Business Act of 2021
In January 2021, Governor Andrew F. Cuomo announced a proposal to bolster protections for commercial tenants in New York. The Governor, at that time, announced that he would be proposing legislation … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Emergency Protect Our Small Business Act of 2021
The Heating Season in New York City
The continued pervasive effect of COVID-19, including moratoriums affected by COVID-19, have not affected a landlord's obligation to comply with the Housing Maintenance Code in New York City, … [Read more...] about The Heating Season in New York City