Ordered that the order is reversed insofar as appealed from, on the law, with costs, the cross motion is denied, and the order dated February 6, 2001, is reinstated.
On a motion to vacate a default pursuant CPLR 5015 (a) (1), the movant must demonstrate a reasonable excuse for the default and a meritorious cause of action or defense (see CPLR 5015 [a] [1]; Alliance Prop. Mgt. & Dev. v Andrews Ave. Equities,
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