Land Use & Zoning

In New York, the 'Section 7-a proceeding' under Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law (RPAPL) allows the court to appoint an administrator for a building when:

AA tenant fails to pay rent
BA landlord neglects a building to such a degree that it endangers health and safety, and continues to fail to make repairs after notice✓ Correct
CA buyer defaults on a purchase contract
DA lender starts foreclosure

Explanation

RPAPL §776 (7-a proceeding) allows tenants in a distressed building to petition the court to appoint a court-supervised administrator to collect rents and make necessary repairs when the landlord fails to maintain the building, protecting tenant health and safety.

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