Landlord Didn't Prove Building Was Exempt from Regulation

Landlord asked the DHCR for a ruling that its building was exempt from rent stabilization due to substantial rehabilitation. Landlord claimed that it spent over $330,000 to renovate the six-unit building in 2015. The DRA ruled against landlord, who appealed and lost. Landlord submitted no proof of DOB-approved architectural plans or other governmental approvals. There was no new Certificate of Occupancy or Letter of Completion from DOB. There were no plumbing or electrical permits issued by DOB. Landlord's application also didn't mention a number of the systems listed in DHCR Operational Bulletin 95-2 as needing replacement to prove substantial rehabilitation. A contractor's letter that the work was completed in accordance with NYC Codes was insufficient to prove the work qualified.

Gigi Neuer LLC: DHCR Adm. Rev. Docket No. FT210058RO (3/28/18) [6-pg. doc.]