This bill mandates that landlords must notify tenants about potential hazards or damage related to work being conducted on adjoining properties. Specifically, when a landlord receives written notice from an entity, such as a government body or utility company, indicating that construction, rehabilitation, or demolition work may impact their property, they are required to inform tenants within five business days. Additionally, if the landlord or their agent plans to undertake work that could create hazardous conditions on a neighboring property occupied by a tenant, they must provide prior notice to the tenant before the work begins. The notification can be delivered via mail, posted in a visible area, or sent electronically.
Failure to comply with these notification requirements will result in a penalty of up to $200 for each offense, which can be enforced through the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999." The bill also clarifies the definition of a "landlord" to include individuals renting or leasing commercial or residential properties under specific conditions, excluding certain small-scale and seasonal rentals. The act is set to take effect on the first day of the third month following its enactment.