Relates to ground lease contracts
This bill amends New York's real property law to allow ground lease residential cooperatives to renew or extend their leases at any time before the contract expires, provided the original agreement grants them that sole option. It directly affects housing cooperatives that lease land from private owners, clarifying their ability to secure long-term occupancy without waiting for a specific expiration date. The legislation defines specific terms related to these cooperative buildings and owners while excluding government entities, certain charities, and Native American tribes from its scope. By removing potential barriers to renewal, the bill aims to provide greater stability for residents in ground lease cooperative apartment buildings.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 22, 2024
Last action Jun 7, 2024
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Jun 6, 2024
Committee
COMMITTEE DISCHARGED AND COMMITTED TO RULES
upper
Jun 4, 2024
Upper · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 9721A
upper
Jun 4, 2024
Upper · Passed
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO JUDICIARY
upper
May 22, 2024
Committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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State
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Toby Stavisky
DDemocratic
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