Take Action Now: Say NO to mandated fire sprinklers in NY homes

REALTOR® CALL FOR ACTION: New statewide mandate requiring New Yorkers to install home fire sprinkler systems being considered

The State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council released its proposed amendments to the state Uniform Code, which includes a new unfunded mandate requiring the installation of residential fire sprinkler systems in all new 1-2 family homes and townhomes.

NYSAR is not opposed to fire sprinklers, however, we believe it should remain the choice of the consumer whether to install them in their home. Among several issues of concern include additional costs associated with the installation and maintenance of the system, particularly for those homes on well water, making homeownership even less affordable for New Yorkers. Importantly, state law already exists requiring home builders to provide purchasers of newly constructed homes with information on the benefits and estimated costs associated with the installation of fire sprinklers, which NYSAR supports.

Take Action now and tell the governor, state lawmakers, and Code Council to oppose mandated residential fire sprinklers in New York. Please share the link with colleagues and clients.