Council Member Narcisse introduces Intro 1091 on homeowner violation notifications

Councilmember Narcisse, followed by Maloney.

Thank you, Mr.

Chair and Madam Speaker and the Deputy for bringing the package, Nantasha Williams, and I'm part of it.

Today, I'm proud to introduce Entry 1091 as part of the council package to protect our city's homeowners.

Too often, we see New Yorkers losing their homes, their lifeline investment, and path to building generational wealth over small little infraction building violations that spiral into

unconscionable death that we cannot control, uncontrollable death.

Not right and is not okay, like we would say, that these minor issues can lead to the devastating loss of families'most vulnerable assets.

My bill takes a crucial step by requiring the Department of Building to proactively notify property owners when a violation on their property may result on a tax lien.

If left unaddressed,

If left unaddressed, by equipping homeowners with this information early, we can help them take corrective action,

connect with resources, and prevent a crisis that threatens their home.

As the affordability crisis put homeowners further and further out of reach for too many.

This package of legislation demonstrates our commitment to supporting homeowners and preserving this vital pathway to stability and equity, which is the buzzword for so many.

But when it comes to black and brown community, we need that equity in New York City and should be our commitment to keep the dream of home ownership alive for a generation of New Yorkers.

And thank you, Madam Speaker.

Thank you.

And I encourage all my colleagues to help me get this through.