Phillips v. Weaver

Motion for reargument is granted. Petitioner converted a two-family house into a three-family house by structural changes involving substantial alterations and remodeling, including a new kitchen, fire escapes and other necessary work, and thereafter obtained a certificate of occupancy for use of the premises for three families. Petitioner’s application for decontrol under section 11 of the State Rent and Eviction Regulations was denied on the ground that the third-floor accommodations had been in existence since 1944 and that the mere legalization of an existing accommodation does not…