(1) Except as provided by paragraph (2) of this subdivision, where the application is made by a landlord or tenant, the district rent administrator shall forward, as promptly as possible, a copy of such application to all parties adversely affected thereby.

(2) Where an application is filed, pursuant to section 2202.4(c), (d) or (e) of this Title, to increase the maximum rent, the district rent administrator shall notify all parties adversely affected thereby, and shall afford such parties the opportunity to submit written responses thereto. The landlord shall maintain a copy of the application, with supporting documentation, on the premises so that tenants may examine it, or in the alternative, a copy of the application, with supporting documentation, shall be made available by the city rent agency for tenant examination upon prior request. Tenants' written responses shall be considered by the city rent agency prior to a final determination of the application.