Two recent developments in Syracuse NY center around its rental registration program.
First, on January 23rd syracuse.com reported that per the City’s Auditor, its “rental registry’s weak compliance is worse than believed”.
Per City Auditor 25% of properties requiring registration are actually registered, the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development believes compliance to be at 33%, still well below the previously reported 42% rate.
On February 3rd, syracuse.com reported, that a recent court ruling affirmed the City’s authority to mandate apartment inspections. The landlords originally contended that these inspections infringed upon their property rights and constituted unwarranted searches. However, the court determined that the city’s inspection requirements are lawful and essential for ensuring tenant safety and maintaining housing standards.
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Jan 23: Syracuse rental registry’s weak compliance is worse than believed, auditor says
Feb 3: Syracuse wins lawsuit brought by landlords, can continue to demand apartment inspections