Expands liability of certain individuals associated with limited liability companies and other commercial entities, when acting as residential landlord.
Introduced First Reading Assembly Referred to AHO
Summary
The bill allows courts to hold individuals—such as members of a limited‑liability company, managers, directors or officers of a corporation—jointly and severally responsible for housing, building, health‑code or Hotel and Multiple Dwelling Law charges tied to residential rentals. Liability applies when at least three charges exist, remain unpaid for over a year, proper notice is given, and the individual holds at least a 10 % ownership interest. An affirmative defense is available if the person could not control payment of the charge.
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