Hotel operators in New York City will be required to obtain a license to operate in the metro area with the Safe Hotels Act passing – and there are more provisions that industry leaders fear could lead to financial pain.

Under the law, first introduced by city council Julie Menin, the application carries a two-year term and comes with a $350 fee.

Also, there are a number of safety and health provisions included in the Act. For example, unless the service is waived by lodgers, hotel operators must provide daily scheduling of cleaning for every room.

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