@Tony HerlambangI recommend people talk with a lawyer to setup and LLC because it deals with liability rather than taxes. 

Legally what you propose should be feasible (I am not a lawyer). 

Additionally, if you have any referrals to good eviction lawyers who can take my case, I would be very grateful.Thank you so much for your help.

If no, what next steps would you advise for me to get the legit info I need- hire a lawyer or call the City's Zoning Dept?

However, there are many factors to consider, and I want to ensure that the right people are involved at the right time.The renovations are nearly complete, and I am already collaborating with a condo conversion lawyer to draft the condo filing documents.

If you want to be 100 percent sure, please check with a NY lawyer too.

That of course means a tenant, seller, buyer, lawyer etc will not find it if it is in the Pro area and people are more apt to "Say things they may not necessarily say in an open forum"

I’ve forwarded the information to a lawyer but does anyone have experience with what may happen next?

Tenant is leaning toward a payment plan, but if he doesn't commit to a figure by the end of the week then the lawyer takes over. 

Removal was 5,000 , then an additional 3,000 for an inspection and lawyers.