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Converting an SRO to Apartments in NYC

Converting an SRO to Apartments in NYC

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 19, 2025 | Building Conversions, Residential (Multifamily)

In New York a Single Room Occupancy or SRO is a residential unit typically consisting of one room with a shared bathroom in the corridor. SROs are often Class B (transient occupancy) in New York City. In New York City you can convert a building with vacant Single Room...
What is an SRO in NYC?

What is an SRO in NYC?

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 18, 2026 | Building Conversions, Residential (Multifamily)

New York City has many different type of housing units one remnant from the early to mid twentieth century is the SRO unit. In New York City, the term SRO (Single Room Occupancy) describes small rooming units, often in older buildings, where tenants get a private room...

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