Cost of Engineering Consultant Included

(Decision submitted by James R. Marino of the Manhattan law firm of Kucker Kraus & Bruh, LLP, attorneys for the landlord.) Landlord applied for MCI rent hikes based on pointing, waterproofing, and the cost of an engineering consultant. The DRA ruled for landlord and tenants appealed, claiming that no increase should have been granted for engineering consultant fees. The DHCR ruled against tenants. Engineering or architectural expenses that are directly related to an MCI, and which aren't otherwise duplicated, qualify for rent increases.

93-24 Queens Blvd.: DHCR Adm. Rev. Dckt. No. ID110117RT(1/28/97) [2-page document]