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The New York City Fair Chance for Housing Act: What You Need to Know

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New York City’s Fair Chance for Housing Act went into effect Jan. 1, 2025. It is intended to address discrimination against individuals with a criminal history in the housing application process. The Act requires all...more

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Memo to Co-op and Condo Boards: Two Important Laws Take Effect on Jan. 1, 2025

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On January 1, 2025, two important laws will become effective, and co-op and condo boards must be aware of what is required. A New York City law, the Fair Chance for Housing Act, impacts the use of criminal background checks...more

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Property Owners Beware: Criminal Background Checks Could be a Way of the Past

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Effective January 1, 2025, housing providers in New York City will need to think twice about how they use criminal background checks. Local Law No. 24, titled the Fair Chance Housing Act, limits the use of criminal background...more

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