Relates to regulating buyout agreements within rent regulated apartments
This bill regulates buyout agreements in rent-regulated apartments by requiring landlords to provide written offers that include specific details like the offered amount, reason for the offer, and tenant rights. Tenants must be given 90 days to decide on an offer and informed they can reject it or consult an attorney without penalty. Landlords face penalties of $500 for failing to report buyouts to the housing division or $1,000 per violation for harassment (e.g., false claims, contacting tenants without permission, or persisting after a written refusal). The law also mandates annual reports to the legislature detailing buyout amounts, dates, and lease terms for transparency.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING
lower
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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Maritza Davila
DDemocratic
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