Landlord Didn't File Prior Application to Modify Services

Landlord applied for MCI rent hikes based on the installation of a new intercom system. The DRA ruled against landlord because landlord didn't first file an application to modify services and get permission to change to the new intercom system. The new system used existing telephone lines. Landlord appealed. Tenants claimed in opposition that the new intercom system interfered with existing phone lines. The DHCR ruled against landlord. Landlord's new intercom system utilized tenants' private phone lines. So landlord should have gotten permission from the DHCR to modify required services before performing the MCI work.

85th Columbus Corp.: DHCR Adm. Rev. Dckt. No. SI430068RO (3/23/05) [2-pg. doc.]