Warped and Bulging Floor

April 1, 2002

LVT Number: 15743

Tenant complained of a reduction in services. The DRA ruled for tenant and reduced his rent. Landlord appealed, claiming that the condition in question was minor and that tenant had filed a prior service complaint that was still pending. The DHCR ruled against landlord. An inspection showed that tenant's kitchen floor was warped and bulging and was a possible trip hazard. Tenant's rent was properly reduced. Tenant's other complaint was filed at a different time, had different effective dates, and was concerned with a different condition.

Tenant complained of a reduction in services. The DRA ruled for tenant and reduced his rent. Landlord appealed, claiming that the condition in question was minor and that tenant had filed a prior service complaint that was still pending. The DHCR ruled against landlord. An inspection showed that tenant's kitchen floor was warped and bulging and was a possible trip hazard. Tenant's rent was properly reduced. Tenant's other complaint was filed at a different time, had different effective dates, and was concerned with a different condition. So the DHCR didn't have to combine the complaints.

FW Realty: DHCR Admin. Rev. Dckt. No. PJ410012RO (3/1/02) [2-pg. doc.]

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