The audit found that the Turkish House was operating without a valid Certificate of Occupancy, raising safety concerns for occupants and nearby residents.
Comptroller Brad Lander criticized the issuance of Temporary Certificates of Occupancy, stating that it compromised building and neighborhood safety during the rushed opening.
The investigation revealed systemic issues in permitting, showing that 637 office buildings lack valid certificates, with 88 facing immediately hazardous violations.
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