What DOB is alleging at this property
This October hearing page is not just a schedule entry. The supplied DOB extract contains 4 summons records for this property identifier. The charge mix is: 2 Failure to Maintain summonses; Illegal Occupancy / Conversion; Egress / Exit Obstruction. The hearing date is October 7, 2026; the source issue date(s) are July 24, 2026.
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 35729356P
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 24, 2026; hearing October 7, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: OCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RECORDS,ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY NOTED:AT GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT HAS BEEN CONVERTED AND OCCUPIED TRANSIENTLY WITH 2 GUESTS,BOOKED THROUGH AIRBNB.COM AND ST
Cited provision(s): 103 — 28-118.3.2 OCC CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY THE C OF O OR DOB RECORDS
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
Egress / Exit Obstruction — Summons 35729357R
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 24, 2026; hearing October 7, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER.LACK OF REQUIRED NUMBER OF MEANS OF EGRESS FOR EVERY FLOOR AS PER BC 1008.1(2008 CODE);27-366,BC 1021.1(2014 CODE),BC 1006.3(2022 CODE)FOR TRANSIENT USE A
Cited provision(s): 189 — 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. FAILURE TO PR
How this type of condition is typically resolved
Egress charges are generally corrected by removing the obstruction or restoring the required exit width/path and then documenting that the means of egress is clear and code compliant.
Hearing issues to verify
- Was the cited passageway actually required egress for the affected occupancy?
- Did the alleged obstruction exist when the inspector observed it?
- Was the condition immediately removed and can the timing be documented?
Evidence that may matter
- Dated photographs showing the exit path
- Approved floor/egress plans
- Building or security logs
- Statements or work records documenting removal of stored items/obstructions
Failure to Maintain — Summons 35729358Z
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 24, 2026; hearing October 7, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER.FAILURE TO PROVIDE A SYSTEM OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS WHERE REQUIRED AS PER BC 903.2 AND 27-954 FOR TRANSIENT USE AT GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT.REM:DISCONTINUE
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 35729359K
CLASS - 1 · Issued July 24, 2026; hearing October 7, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: BC 907.28 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER.FAILURE TO PROVIDE CLASS J FIRE ALARM SYSTEM FOR TRANSIENT USE AT GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT.REM:DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY.
Cited provision(s): 106 — 27-/28-/BC-MISC MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS
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
Case-specific next step
For this property, the first paid review should reconcile the 4 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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