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8. LOFTS
Question:
What Is An Interim Multiple Dwelling?
Answer:
A building that (i) was at one time occupied for manufacturing, commercial or warehouse uses; (ii) lacks a certificate of occupancy; (iii) was occupied for residential use from April 1, 1980 through December 1, 1981 by three or more families; and (iv) situated where zoning does not permit residential conversion. IMD Buildings are governed by the Loft Law and are regulated the New York City Loft Board.
Question:
What Is The Loft Board?
Answer:
Quasi-judicial mayoral agency charged with regulation and enforcement of legalization and minimum housing standards in IMD buildings. The Loft Board determines coverage, rent and legalization issues and accepts and refers tenant grievance applications, viz. harassment, undue interference and diminution of services, for hearing and report by the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings.
