The New York State Association of REALTORS®

Your Housing Advocate 

The New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) represents more than 60,000 licensed real estate professionals, providing education opportunities, legislative and legal representation, and a code of professional standards.

NYSAR’s Stance on Mandated Fire Sprinkler Systems in Residential Homes

NYSAR believes the mandated fire sprinkler installation will negatively impact current and prospective homebuyers for years to come, and stands against the proposed requirement.

  • NYSAR Believes in Safety
    • NYSAR believes everyone who wants a sprinkler system installed in their new house should have one.
    • Nothing prevents consumers from installing sprinklers in their homes right now if they choose, without additional regulation.

  • NYSAR Seeks to Protect New York’s Growth & Affordability
    • NYSAR wants to see our state thrive, and believes this proposal will hurt those efforts.

  • NYSAR Promotes Transparency
    • In 2014 NYSAR led the effort to implement a state law requiring builders to provide fire sprinkler information to homebuyers before signing a construction contract.
    • NYSAR believes in providing every consumer with the tools and resources they need to make an educated choice about their safety.

Say NO to Mandates in Homeownership.

Preserve your right to make personal decisions about your home without government interference.