N.Y.C. Admin. Code tit. 27, ch. 2 § 27-2051
Maintenance of rooming units (New York City Housing Maintenance Code)
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A manager, who may be the owner, shall reside in every rooming house or multiple dwelling used for single room occupancy, except that two adjoining or connected rooming houses may be under the same supervision. The manager shall be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the dwelling.
Under N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 et seq. § 27-2051, every rooming house or multiple dwelling used for single room occupancy must have a manager—who may be the owner—living on the premises. Two adjoining or connected rooming houses may share a single on-site manager. That manager bears responsibility for the day-to-day operation and upkeep of the dwelling.
Plain English — not legal advice.
N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 et seq. § 27-2051 requires operators of rooming houses and single room occupancy dwellings to ensure a manager is physically residing in the building at all times. Compliant operators typically designate a named individual—whether the owner or an appointed manager—who lives on-site and is accountable for maintenance and operations. Where two rooming houses are adjoining or connected, operators commonly document the shared supervisory arrangement to demonstrate compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 27-2001 et seq. § 27-2051 gives residents of rooming houses and single room occupancy dwellings the right to expect an on-site manager who is responsible for the building's operation and maintenance. If no manager appears to be residing in the building, tenants may consider documenting the situation and filing a complaint with the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with single room occupancy housing can also explain the range of options available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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