NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-507.6.5 — Certificate of occupancy for a multiple dwelling.

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What is NYC AC § 28-507.6.5?

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This section outlines the conditions under which a certificate of occupancy may be issued for a multiple dwelling that includes a basement or cellar authorized for temporary residence. The statute involves consultation with various departments, including the Department of Buildings and the Department of Housing Preservation and Development. Applies to building owners of multiple dwellings seeking occupancy certification.

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§ 28-507.6.5 Certificate of occupancy for a multiple dwelling.

AC § 28-507.6.5

Except as may be provided in the rules of the department, in consultation with the fire department, the office of emergency management, the department of housing preservation and development, the department environmental protection, and the department health and mental hygiene, where a basement or cellar in a multiple dwelling has been issued an authorization for temporary residence in accordance with section 28-507.4, the department shall issue a certificate of occupancy, temporary certificate of occupancy, or amended certificate of occupancy for such dwelling in accordance with the requirements of this code for Group R-2 occupancy. (L.L. 2024/126, 12/18/2024, eff. 6/16/2025)

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