Gap Between Apartment Door and Door Frame Was Minor Condition

Rent-stabilized tenant complained of a reduction in services based on various apartment conditions. The DRA ruled for tenant and reduced his rent. Landlord appealed and won, in part. One of the two reasons for the rent reduction was the DHCR inspector's finding that there was a gap between the top and bottom of the apartment entry door and the door frame. But, as landlord argued, there was no indication that the door couldn't be properly closed or locked. So this was a de minimis, or minor, condition that didn't warrant any rent reduction. Still, landlord had to repair the other condition found before rent could be restored. This was a finding that the door strike plate at the apartment entry door was warped.

150 Henry Street Partners LLC: DHCR Adm. Rev. Docket No. GW410022RO (11/15/19) [2-pg. doc.]