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DOB: Site of fatal Williamsbridge fire had illegal conversion

The site of a fatal fire in Williamsbridge yesterday had previously been issued a violation for an illegal conversion, according to the Department of Buildings. Officials say the property owner was

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Jan 30, 2012, 1:38 PM

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