Immediately prior to undertaking the IAI installation, owners that are certified eligible by DHCR must notify
DHCR on Form RN–19N INDIVIDUAL APARTMENT IMPROVEMENT: NOTIFICATION of their intent to
perform the IAI work and evidence demonstrating that the improvement will be necessary due to a substandard
condition, or due to the item(s) being replaced having exceeded its useful life. Photos of what will be improved,
and any necessary permits required to undertake the improvement, must be submitted. In addition, the owner
must submit an affirmation that it is free and clear of any DHCR and of any court of competent jurisdiction
findings of Harassment or willful Rent Overcharge within the previous five years in all residential buildings
they own, including but not limited to partial or beneficial ownership.
STEP 3.
Immediately after the IAI installation, owners must complete DHCR form RN–19N INDIVIDUAL
APARTMENT IMPROVEMENT: NOTIFICATION and submit evidence that the work was completed, which
must include post work photos, all applicable itemized invoice receipts for all parts, materials, appliances, and
labor costs, and proof of payment. Owners must also pay to DHCR a 1% fee based on the claimed costs not to
exceed $50,000 as provided in the application instructions. For example, a $45,000 IAI will carry a fee of $450.
Failure to make these filings will result in an IAI increase being non-recoverable.
IV. Additional Rules Applicable to both the First and Second Tiers