What DOB is alleging at this property
This October hearing page is not just a schedule entry. The supplied DOB extract contains 7 summons records for this property identifier. The charge mix is: 3 Illegal Occupancy / Conversion summonses; Egress / Exit Obstruction; Failure to Maintain; Other Building / Code Compliance; Vacate Order. The hearing date is October 29, 2026; the source issue date(s) are December 19, 2025, November 28, 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 35720335P
CLASS - 1 · Issued November 28, 2025; hearing October 29, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: DWELLING, CONVERTED OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THAN LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY DOB RECORDS. NOTED THE FIRST FLOOR OF THIS 2-FAMILY DWELLING HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO 4 SRO/FURNISHED ROOMS WITH
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 35720336R
CLASS - 1 · Issued November 28, 2025; hearing October 29, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: DWELLING, CONVERTED OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THAN LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY DOB RECORDS. NOTED THE FIRST FLOOR OF THIS 2-FAMILY DWELLING HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO 4 SRO/FURNISHED ROOMS WITH
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 35720337Z
CLASS - 1 · Issued November 28, 2025; hearing October 29, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: DWELLING, CONVERTED OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS THAN LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY DOB RECORDS. NOTED THE FIRST FLOOR OF THIS 2-FAMILY DWELLING HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO 4 SRO/FURNISHED ROOMS WITH
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
Egress / Exit Obstruction — Summons 35720338K
CLASS - 1 · Issued November 28, 2025; hearing October 29, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED NUMBER OF MEANS OF EGRESS FOR EVERY FLOOR AREA BC 1018.1(2008); BC 1021.1(2014)L BC 1006.3(2022) AND 27-366 FOR SRO/FURNI
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 35720339M
CLASS - 1 · Issued November 28, 2025; hearing October 29, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER. LACK OF A SYSTEM OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS WHERE REQUIRED AS PER BC 903.2 AND 27-954 FOR SRO/FURNISHED ROOMS AT FIRST FLOOR. REMEDY: DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL OC
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
Other Building / Code Compliance — Summons 35720340J
CLASS - 1 · Issued November 28, 2025; hearing October 29, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: BC 907.2.8. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED CLASS "J" FIRE ALARM SYSTEM FOR SRO/FURNISHED ROOMS AT FIRST FLOOR. REMEDY: DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY.
Cited provision(s): 106 — 27-/28-/BC-MISC MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS
How this type of condition is typically resolved
The first step is to read the inspector's narrative together with every cited code section and determine exactly what act, condition or missing filing DOB alleges. The correction and hearing strategy should then be built around that specific charge rather than a generic violation-removal checklist.
Hearing issues to verify
- Does the summons identify the correct property, respondent, date and observed condition?
- Do agency records support or contradict the inspector's description?
- Was the condition corrected, permitted or otherwise resolved before the hearing?
Evidence that may matter
- Official DOB/OATH property and summons records
- Dated photographs and videos
- Permits, approved plans and inspection results
- Contracts, receipts, professional letters or witness statements tied to the cited condition
Vacate Order — Summons 35720457N
CLASS - 1 · Issued December 19, 2025; hearing October 29, 2026. · Hearing status: PENDING
DOB allegation in the source extract: REMOVED OR DEFACED A WRITTEN POSTED VACATE ORDER. NOTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION, VACATE ORDER Q450/2025 REMOVED FROM FRONT ENTRY DOOR. *SUPPLEMENTAL STICKER #OP-64-25-00690 POSTED ON FRONT ENTRY DOOR. REMEDY: COM
Cited provision(s): 1G1 — 28-207.4.4 REMOVED OR DEFACED A WRITTEN POSTED VACATE ORDER
How this type of condition is typically resolved
Vacate-order matters require confirming the exact areas and occupants covered by the order, correcting the conditions that caused the order, completing any required permits/inspections, and obtaining formal agency authorization before reoccupancy.
Hearing issues to verify
- Does the summons identify the correct premises/area and the same vacate order reflected in agency records?
- Was the area occupied on the cited date, and by whom?
- Had the agency already rescinded or modified the vacate order before the alleged occupancy?
Evidence that may matter
- Vacate Order and rescission/modification documents
- DOB/HPD records showing status and affected areas
- Photographs, access logs, leases or occupancy records
- Professional reports / inspection results documenting correction
Case-specific next step
For this property, the first paid review should reconcile the 7 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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