§ 275 Legislative findings
§ 276 Definition of an artist
§ 277 Occupancy permitted
§ 278 Application of other provisions

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Terms Used In New York Laws > Multiple Dwelling > Article 7-B - Joint Living-work Quarters For Artists, or General Residential Occupancy of Loft, Commercial or Manufacturing Buildings

  • artist: means a person who is regularly engaged in the fine arts, such as painting and sculpture or in the performing or creative arts, including choreography and filmmaking, or in the composition of music on a professional basis, and is so certified by the city department of cultural affairs and/or state council on the arts. See N.Y. Multiple Dwelling Law 276
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