New York §801

Right to amend certificate of incorporation

Statute:
New York §801 · Law NPC (Not-for-Profit Corporation Law)
Topic:
Governance & Powers · Amendments
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

A corporation may amend its certificate of incorporation to add or change a provision required or permitted by this chapter.

amendment; certificate of incorporation; right; lawful

📄 Read the official text at nysenate.gov →

How SoShiny helps with Right to amend certificate of incorporation

SoShiny stores your bylaws and governing documents in a searchable library with role-based access, so the board sees one thing and members see another. Every edit is timestamped in the audit log — the documentation Florida regulators and a court expect when a board action is later questioned.

See the feature → Start free

Related sections in Law NPC

Frequently asked

What does New York §801 require?
A corporation may amend its certificate of incorporation to add or change a provision required or permitted by this chapter.
Who does New York §801 apply to?
New York §801 applies to Nonprofit associations in New York.
What happens if our co-op or condo doesn't comply with §801?
Non-compliance with this New York statute can expose the association and its officers to private civil suit, and (for offering-plan / sponsor matters under GBS) to enforcement action by the New York Attorney General's Real Estate Finance Bureau. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of New York §801?
The official text is published by the New York State Legislature at nysenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Right to amend certificate of incorporation?
SoShiny stores your bylaws and governing documents in a searchable library with role-based access, so the board sees one thing and members see another. Every edit is timestamped in the audit log — the documentation Florida regulators and a court expect when a board action is later questioned. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of New York §801 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a New York-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

Don’t run your co-op or condo on spreadsheets.

Start your community free →