NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-507.4.4 — Expiration of authorization for temporary residence.

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This section establishes that an authorization for temporary residence expires 10 years after issuance. Prior to expiration, the owner is required to obtain a certificate of occupancy or temporary certificate of occupancy. Applies to building owners of temporary residences in basements or cellars.

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§ 28-507.4.4 Expiration of authorization for temporary residence.

AC § 28-507.4.4

An authorization for temporary residence expires 10 years after the date of its issuance. Prior to such expiration date, the owner must obtain a certificate of occupancy or temporary certificate of occupancy for such residence in accordance with section 28-507.6. An owner must comply with the conditions set forth in section 28-507.4.5 during such 10-year period. The issuance of an authorization for temporary residence allows occupancy of the eligible basement or cellar residence prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or temporary certificate of occupancy. (L.L. 2024/126, 12/18/2024, eff. 6/16/2025)

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