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Council Member Julie Won introduces resolution urging state action on landlord accountability for fire-displaced tenants
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Council Member Julie Won introduces Resolution 802, urging the New York State legislature to pass bills requiring landlords responsible for fires resulting in vacate orders to cover temporary housing costs for displaced tenants. Won emphasizes the importance of this legislation in addressing the housing crisis and preventing landlords from exploiting fire incidents to convert rent-regulated units.
- Won cites a specific case in her district where 250 tenants were displaced by a fire caused by landlord negligence
- The resolution aims to incentivize timely repairs and ensure tenants can return to their homes quickly
- Won acknowledges the recent passing of Efraim Taskel from a Sunnyside fire