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What is NYC AC § 28-507.13.3?

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This section establishes that a tenant unlawfully denied the right of first refusal to return to an eligible basement or cellar residence may seek compensatory damages or other relief in court. The statute limits compensatory damages to the annual rental charges for the residence. Applies to tenants of eligible basement or cellar residences.

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§ 28-507.13.3 Tenant cause of action.

AC § 28-507.13.3

A tenant unlawfully denied a right of first refusal to return to an eligible basement or cellar residence pursuant to this article shall have a cause of action in any court of competent jurisdiction for compensatory damages or declaratory and injunctive relief as the court deems necessary in the interests of justice, provided that such compensatory relief shall not exceed the annual rental charges for such eligible basement or cellar residence. (L.L. 2024/126, 12/18/2024, eff. 6/16/2025)

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