New York § 797-B - 797-BRespondent
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 797-B — 797-BRespondent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 797-B. 797-BRespondent
§ 797-b. Respondent. The following may be named as a respondent: 1. The person, corporation, limited liability company, general partnership, limited partnership, or any other entity holding title to the real property or an ownership interest in the property. 2. The person or organization listed on any state or local residential registration statement. 3. Anyone who has a legal obligation to maintain the premises consistent with the warranty of habitability: owner or owners of the freehold of the premises or lesser estate therein, mortgagee or vendee in possession, assignee of rents, receiver, executor, trustee, lessee, agent, or any other person, firm or corporation, directly or indirectly in control of a dwelling, but not a receiver appointed pursuant to section three hundred nine of the multiple dwelling law. 4. A public housing authority or a governmental body that owns or manages the property.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 797-B
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 797-B cover?
Section 797-B ("797-BRespondent") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 797-B?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 797-B" (New York). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New York law?
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How does New York § 797-B apply to my situation?
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