The sponsor still owns a minority share of apts in our non-eviction conversion co-op. He has been ordered by the HPD to make repairs/renovations to the kitchen and bath in some of his units that fall under rent-stabilization rules. Is he obligated to hire licensed, insured workers to perform this work just as shareholder's are? I ask because he tries to do things a cheaply as possible and his tenants are demanding to see licenses and permits. He tells them he doesn't have to show them anything.

Also, leaks from pipes in walls and water penetration through the brickface are causing paint peeling and plaster cracking in his units. Does that mean he has to pay to abate the leaks or the corporation?

Thanks for your input.