MCI Application for Backflow Prevention Device Was Untimely

Landlord applied for MCI rent hikes based on installation of a backflow preventer and water boosting system. The DRA ruled against landlord, who appealed and lost. Installation of a backflow prevention device qualifies as an MCI when the installation is required by law. Here, landlord didn't file the MCI application within two years from the completion date of the installation noted in DOB's sign-off on the backflow preventer installation. And the water boosting system was only MCI-eligible in connection with the installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 

383-17 LLC: DHCR Adm. Rev. Docket No. FT210006RO (10/20/20) [2-pg. doc.]