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What is NYC ZR § 27-113?

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This section defines key terms related to homeownership affordable housing, including 'eligible buyer,' 'homeowner,' and 'homeownership.' It outlines the criteria for households qualifying to purchase affordable housing units and the requirements for ownership and occupancy. Applies to individuals and households seeking to understand eligibility for affordable housing programs.

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§ 27-113 Definitions applying to homeownership affordable housing

ZR § 27-113

Eligible buyer

An “eligible buyer” is a household that qualifies to buy a specific homeownership affordable housing unit. Such a household shall, except as otherwise provided in the guidelines:

(a)be, at the time of application for an initial sale or resale of an affordable housing unit, a household that satisfies the income band applicable to such unit; and

(b)meet such additional eligibility requirements as may be specified in the guidelines.

Homeowner

A “homeowner” is a person or persons who:

Homeownership

“Homeownership” is a form of tenure for housing, including dwelling units occupied by either the owner as a separate condominium, a shareholder in a cooperative corporation pursuant to the terms of a proprietary lease, a grandfathered tenant or an authorized subletter pursuant to the guidelines.

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