DHCR Bound by Court Order

Tenant complained of a reduction in services. The DRA ruled for tenant and reduced his rent. The DRA found that landlord didn't provide electricity, gas, and heat. Landlord appealed, claiming that electricity, gas, and heat were tenant's responsibility. The DHCR ruled for landlord. In a 1989 case, a court had ruled that tenants were responsible for providing utilities and must make necessary arrangements to obtain gas and electricity from the utility company. Landlord had submitted a copy of the court's decision to the DRA.

Migdal Development Associates: DHCR Adm. Rev. Dckt. No. EF 410156 RO (6/15/95) [4-page document]