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What is NYC RCNY § 57-02?

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As used in this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings. (a) HPD.

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§ 57-02 Definitions.

RCNY § 57-02

As used in this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings.

(a)HPD. "HPD" means the Department of Housing Preservation and Development of the City of New York or any successor agency or department thereto.

(b)Person. "Person" means an individual, partnership, corporation or other legal entity, and any individual or entity acting in a fiduciary or representative capacity.

(c)Petition. "Petition" means a request or application for HPD to adopt a Rule.

(d)Petitioner. "Petitioner" means the Person who files a Petition.

(e)Rule. "Rule" has the same meaning as in section 1041(5) of the New York City Charter. (Added City Record 8/6/2021, eff. 9/5/2021)

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