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S 6600

Requires the inspection of certain non-fireproof buildings and compliance with the New York city housing maintenance code and the New York city construction codes

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Robert Jackson and 1 co-sponsor

Requires inspections of select non-fireproof NYC buildings to enforce the Housing Maintenance and Construction Codes, forcing corrections to protect tenants and first responders.

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Bill Summary · S 6600

Summary — S6600 (2025)

Title: Requires the inspection of certain non-fireproof buildings and compliance with the New York city housing maintenance code and the New York city construction codes
Sponsor: Senator Robert Jackson (primary); Luis R. Sepúlveda (cosponsor)
Status (as of 2025-06-09): Passed Senate; delivered to Assembly; referred to Assembly Housing committee. Latest amendment: S6600B (amended on third reading 2025-06-04).

Purpose / Intent

S6600 is intended to strengthen building-safety oversight in New York City by requiring inspections of specified "non-fireproof" buildings and ensuring such buildings are brought into compliance with the New York City Housing Maintenance Code and the New York City Construction Codes. The overall goal is to reduce risk to tenants and first responders by identifying hazardous conditions and enforcing correction of code violations.

Key elements (based on bill title and available legislative summary)

The full bill text is not included in the materials supplied here; the items below reflect the bill’s stated purpose and typical provisions for this kind of measure:

  • Requires periodic or targeted inspections of certain non-fireproof buildings (i.e., buildings that lack fireproof construction features) to assess compliance with:
    • The New York City Housing Maintenance Code (standards for habitability, egress, fire safety, etc.)
    • The New York City Construction Codes (building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical standards)
  • Establishes inspection authority and responsibilities, likely assigning or coordinating inspections through city agencies (for example, the Department of Buildings and/or the Department of Housing Preservation and Development) or authorized inspectors.
  • Requires owners/landlords to correct identified violations within specified timeframes and to document or certify remediation.
  • Provides for enforcement mechanisms for noncompliance — such as notices of violation, civil penalties, repair orders, or other remedies available under existing city and state law.
  • May include reporting requirements to the Legislature or the public on inspection results and compliance rates.

(Readers should consult the bill text for precise definitions — e.g., which buildings qualify as “non-fireproof,” inspection frequency, required timelines for corrections, and exact enforcement provisions.)

Who would be affected

  • Property owners and managers of the targeted category of non-fireproof buildings in New York City (potentially including many older multi-family residences).
  • Tenants and occupants of those buildings, who could benefit from improved safety and code compliance.
  • City agencies responsible for inspections and enforcement (administrative and budgetary impacts possible).
  • Contractors and inspectors performing required inspections or repairs.

Legislative status and timeline (selected actions)

  • Introduced: 2025-03-18 (referred to Housing, Construction and Community Development)
  • Advanced to third reading: 2025-04-09
  • Amended on third reading: 2025-04-15 (6600A); further amended 2025-06-04 (6600B)
  • Passed Senate: 2025-06-09 (delivered to Assembly same day)
  • Referred to Assembly Housing: 2025-06-09

Related / companion legislation

  • Companion in Assembly: A8380
  • Prior-session related bills: S6089, S333

Potential impacts / considerations

  • Public safety: could reduce fire and structural hazards in older, non-fireproof buildings.
  • Compliance costs: owners may face inspection, repair and certification costs; possible need for temporary relocation during major repairs.
  • Administrative burden: city agencies may need additional resources to carry out inspections and enforcement.
  • Equity considerations: impacts concentrated where non-fireproof buildings are common (often lower-income neighborhoods); program design (grace periods, financial assistance) will affect outcomes.

Where to find the full text

For precise language, definitions, deadlines, penalties, and implementation details, consult the bill text and legislative files on the New York State Senate or Assembly websites (search S6600, versions S6600A / S6600B) and the Assembly companion A8380.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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