"It was actually impeccable, " Ms. Imbert said of the loft's condition at that time.

WSJ: Calm Oasis in TriBeCa

Her calls were back by another crossbencher, Lord Imbert, who suggested mandatory sobriety tests for those convicted of alcohol-related offences.

BBC: Oral questions

"TriBeCa has the charm that it's still in the city but it's so secluded that it feels quiet, " Ms. Imbert said of the neighborhood.

WSJ: Calm Oasis in TriBeCa

Owners Laurent and Monica Imbert were drawn to their 2, 400-square-foot loft in an old apothecary building because of its interior design and its TriBeCa address.

WSJ: Calm Oasis in TriBeCa