New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 18 - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter II - Regulations of the Department of Social Services
Subchapter C - Social Services
Article 1 - Provision of Social Services-general
Part 406 - Recording and Reporting Requirements for Social Services Programs
Section 406.1 - Maintenance of records

(a) The social services district shall maintain all records necessary for proper and efficient operation of the social services program. This includes records regarding application, determination of eligibility, authorization and provision of social services, administrative costs, and such statistical, fiscal and other records as are necessary for reporting and accountability.

(b) The social services district shall retain such records for an appropriate period of time.