A 8717 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Requires records of elevator and vertical transportation maintenance, operation issues and repairs be made available

This bill requires building owners in multiple dwellings (like apartment buildings) to maintain and update records of elevator and vertical transportation maintenance, issues, and repairs. Owners must document when elevators are inoperable, need emergency service, require preventive maintenance, or have specific repairs (e.g., door malfunctions, hydraulic systems). Tenants can request to review these records, and owners must provide copies upon request. These records can be used to challenge rent increases under certain housing laws, specifically for apartment improvements or capital projects.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jun 2, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026