N.Y. Real Property Law § 444-c: Code of ethics and standards of practice

§ 444-c. Code of ethics and standards of practice. 1. The secretary

shall promulgate regulations to implement the provisions of this article

including but not limited to:

(a) standards for training including approval of the course of study

and examination required for licensure of home inspectors;

(b) requirements and standards for continuing education of home

inspectors;

(c) a code of ethics and standards of practice for licensed home

inspectors consistent with the provisions of this article and sound

ethical practices which code and standards shall be subject to public

notice and comment prior to adoption of the regulations. The standards

of practice shall not require a reporting format or limit information

which licensees are authorized to provide a client pursuant to this

article; and

(d) development of information and educational materials about home

inspection for distribution to clients.

2. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to supersede any

established authority, duty and power established by local law, state

law or regulation or otherwise granted to any agency, body or entity.