What DOB is alleging at this property
This October hearing page is not just a schedule entry. The supplied DOB extract contains 5 summons records for this property identifier. The charge mix is: 3 Illegal Occupancy / Conversion summonses; 2 Failure to Maintain summonses. The hearing date is October 23, 2026; the source issue date(s) are July 29, 2025.
Important: The discussion below identifies correction paths, hearing issues and evidence worth investigating from the summons data. It does not state that a defense will succeed. OATH decides liability from the evidence and law presented in the case.
Illegal Occupancy / Conversion — Summons 39155372K
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 29, 2025; hearing October 23, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: RESIDENCE CONVERTED FROM A NON-FIRE PROOF 3 FAMILY DWELLING TO 7 FAMILY; NOTED AT THIRD FLOOR REAR RIGHT ROOM SET-UP AND OCCUPIED AS SRO WITH KEY LOCK ON DOOR, BED, COUCH, TV, MICROWAVE, AND FOOD ITEMS WITH SHA
Cited provision(s): 1E8 — 28-210.1 CONVERT/MAINTAIN/OCCUPY MULT DWELLING W/3 OR MORE UNITS THAN APPROVED; 172 — 28-202.1 ADDITIONAL DAILY PENALTY FOR CLASS 1 VIOLATION OF 28-210.1 OR 28-210.2
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The key question is whether the observed occupancy or layout matches the lawful use of the premises. Resolution may require restoring the prior lawful layout/use or, when legally feasible, filing plans and obtaining approvals to legalize the condition.
Hearing issues to verify
- What use and number of dwelling/occupancy units are shown by the Certificate of Occupancy, Schedule of Occupancy or other lawful-use records?
- Did the inspector accurately identify how the space was being used on the cited date?
- Was the cited space actually occupied as alleged, or were the observed beds, kitchens, locks or partitions consistent with another lawful use?
- Is there an approved filing or historical record supporting the present use?
Evidence that may matter
- Certificate of Occupancy / Schedule of Occupancy and approved plans
- Historic occupancy records, permits and prior approved layouts
- Dated photographs and floor plans
- Leases, tenant records or sworn statements concerning actual use
- Permits/inspection records if the condition was legalized or restored
Failure to Maintain — Summons 39155373M
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 29, 2025; hearing October 23, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLAINT MANNER; NOTED AT FIRST, SECOND, AND THIRD FLOOR PUBLIC HALLWAYS, OBSTRUCTED WITH WOOD CABINETS, PLASTIC BINS AND BOTTLES, BOXES BAGS, HEATER, LADDER , ETC CAUSING
Cited provision(s): 102 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER
How this type of condition is typically resolved
Failure-to-maintain charges are fact-specific. The owner should identify the exact building component or service equipment cited, repair the condition, and document the repair with evidence tied to the inspection location/date.
Hearing issues to verify
- Does the description accurately identify the component, location and condition?
- Was the condition already repaired or not present when the summons was issued?
- Was another party responsible for maintenance under facts that are legally relevant to the respondent's liability?
Evidence that may matter
- Dated before/after photographs
- Repair invoices and contractor statements
- Professional inspection/report when structural or technical conditions are involved
- Maintenance logs and prior inspection records
Failure to Maintain — Summons 39155374Y
CLASS - 2 · Issued July 29, 2025; hearing October 23, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLAINT MANNER; NOTED AT ROOF BULK HEAD WATER DAMAGE AND HOLE IN WALL, AND WATER DAMAGE AT THIRD FLOOR LANDING., REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE
Cited provision(s): 202 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER
How this type of condition is typically resolved
Failure-to-maintain charges are fact-specific. The owner should identify the exact building component or service equipment cited, repair the condition, and document the repair with evidence tied to the inspection location/date.
Hearing issues to verify
- Does the description accurately identify the component, location and condition?
- Was the condition already repaired or not present when the summons was issued?
- Was another party responsible for maintenance under facts that are legally relevant to the respondent's liability?
Evidence that may matter
- Dated before/after photographs
- Repair invoices and contractor statements
- Professional inspection/report when structural or technical conditions are involved
- Maintenance logs and prior inspection records
Illegal Occupancy / Conversion — Summons 39155375X
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 29, 2025; hearing October 23, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: RESIDENCE CONVERTED FROM A NON-FIRE PROOF 3 FAMILY DWELLING TO 7 FAMILY; NOTED AT THIRD FLOOR REAR MIDDLE ROOM SET-UP AND OCCUPIED AS SRO WITH KEY LOCK ON DOOR, BED, REFRIGERATOR, FOOD ITEMS, AND TOILETRIES, WI
Cited provision(s): 1E8 — 28-210.1 CONVERT/MAINTAIN/OCCUPY MULT DWELLING W/3 OR MORE UNITS THAN APPROVED; 172 — 28-202.1 ADDITIONAL DAILY PENALTY FOR CLASS 1 VIOLATION OF 28-210.1 OR 28-210.2
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The key question is whether the observed occupancy or layout matches the lawful use of the premises. Resolution may require restoring the prior lawful layout/use or, when legally feasible, filing plans and obtaining approvals to legalize the condition.
Hearing issues to verify
- What use and number of dwelling/occupancy units are shown by the Certificate of Occupancy, Schedule of Occupancy or other lawful-use records?
- Did the inspector accurately identify how the space was being used on the cited date?
- Was the cited space actually occupied as alleged, or were the observed beds, kitchens, locks or partitions consistent with another lawful use?
- Is there an approved filing or historical record supporting the present use?
Evidence that may matter
- Certificate of Occupancy / Schedule of Occupancy and approved plans
- Historic occupancy records, permits and prior approved layouts
- Dated photographs and floor plans
- Leases, tenant records or sworn statements concerning actual use
- Permits/inspection records if the condition was legalized or restored
Illegal Occupancy / Conversion — Summons 39155376H
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 29, 2025; hearing October 23, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: RESIDENCE CONVERTED FROM A NON-FIRE PROOF 3 FAMILY DWELLING TO 7 FAMILY; NOTED AT THIRD FLOOR FRONT ROOMS SET-UP AND OCCUPIED AS SRO WITH KEY LOCK ON DOOR,2 BEDS, 2 COUCHES, REFRIGERATOR, MICROWAVE, AND FOOD IT
Cited provision(s): 1E8 — 28-210.1 CONVERT/MAINTAIN/OCCUPY MULT DWELLING W/3 OR MORE UNITS THAN APPROVED; 172 — 28-202.1 ADDITIONAL DAILY PENALTY FOR CLASS 1 VIOLATION OF 28-210.1 OR 28-210.2
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The key question is whether the observed occupancy or layout matches the lawful use of the premises. Resolution may require restoring the prior lawful layout/use or, when legally feasible, filing plans and obtaining approvals to legalize the condition.
Hearing issues to verify
- What use and number of dwelling/occupancy units are shown by the Certificate of Occupancy, Schedule of Occupancy or other lawful-use records?
- Did the inspector accurately identify how the space was being used on the cited date?
- Was the cited space actually occupied as alleged, or were the observed beds, kitchens, locks or partitions consistent with another lawful use?
- Is there an approved filing or historical record supporting the present use?
Evidence that may matter
- Certificate of Occupancy / Schedule of Occupancy and approved plans
- Historic occupancy records, permits and prior approved layouts
- Dated photographs and floor plans
- Leases, tenant records or sworn statements concerning actual use
- Permits/inspection records if the condition was legalized or restored
Case-specific next step
For this property, the first paid review should reconcile the 5 October summons records against the current OATH/DOB record, identify which alleged conditions remain open, and separate the hearing defense from the DOB correction / certification work. That prevents paying for correction work that does not address the actual charge—or appearing at OATH without the documents needed for the cited condition.
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