Collective living arrangements, where each tenant has his or her own bedroom and share kitchen, bath and living areas, are very common in residential lofts. Landlords have argued that these arrangements are akin to single-room occupancy hotels [“SRO’s”] and, as such, cannot be covered by the Loft Law.
In a decision after a five-day trial issued on February 27, 2014, Judge Tynia Richard forcefully rejected the “SRO” defense and found David’s clients to be covered by the Loft Law. This decision represents a major victory for loft tenants.
