NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-205.1.2.3 — Presumption of employment or agency.

Brooklyn since 2014All five boroughsSame-day response during business hours

What is NYC AC § 28-205.1.2.3?

Quick Answer

This section establishes a presumption of employment or agency for individuals identified as managers, operators, or supervisors in charge of premises at the time a violation occurred. This presumption indicates that such individuals are considered agents or employees of the property owner or lessee. Applies to building owners and lessees responsible for violations.

General informational summary. Not legal advice for your situation. Consult an attorney before acting on any specific matter.

Michael Nacmias - Founding PartnerMichael Sargo - Partner
From the team atNacmias Law Firm, PLLCBrooklyn-based attorneys representingproperty owners across all five boroughsMeet the team →

§ 28-205.1.2.3 Presumption of employment or agency.

AC § 28-205.1.2.3

Whenever there is evidence that a person was the manager, operator, or supervisor or, in any other way, in charge of the premises, at the time the violation occurred, such evidence shall be presumptive that he or she was an agent or employee of the owner and/or lessee of the building, structure, or premises.

Common Questions

Our team

Meet the people you will work with

Free case review

Talk to an attorney before you act on NYC code.

Free 15-minute case review with the attorney handling your matter. Same-day response during business hours across all five boroughs — OATH hearings, Housing Court, and real estate closings.

Or email us

[email protected]

An attorney reads every message.

  • Same-day response

    During business hours

  • Direct attorney access

    Same lawyer from intake to close

  • Flat-fee pricing

    On most OATH and closing matters