New York Court of Appeals

Chazon, LLC v. Margaret Maugenest

June 7, 201219 N.Y.3d 410

Summary

The New York Court of Appeals held that a landlord of a loft building who has not complied with the Loft Law and has not obtained an extension may not collect rent or maintain an ejectment action for nonpayment of rent. The Court reversed the Appellate Division’s summary judgment in favor of the landlord and dismissed the complaint.