Clarkstown, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 157-57
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A. The Building Inspector and/or Code Enforcement Officer and/or Fire Inspector and/or his or her assistants shall be responsible for investigating and documenting violations of any case of illegal occupancy within the Town of Clarkstown. B. Prosecutions for violations of this article may be instituted in the Town Justice Court of the Town of Clarkstown or any other court of competent jurisdiction. C. The Town Attorney may institute an action in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Rockland, for appropriate injunctive relief pursuant to Town Law.
Section 157-57 of Clarkstown's Code of Ordinances establishes how illegal occupancy violations are enforced within the town. Designated officials — including the Building Inspector, Code Enforcement Officer, and Fire Inspector — are responsible for investigating and documenting such violations. Cases may be prosecuted in Town Justice Court or another court of competent jurisdiction, and the Town Attorney has authority to seek injunctive relief in Rockland County Supreme Court under New York Town Law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 157-57, property owners in Clarkstown should be aware that multiple town officials — including the Building Inspector, Code Enforcement Officer, and Fire Inspector — are empowered to investigate and document illegal occupancy on their properties. A compliant operator generally ensures that all units are occupied only in accordance with applicable permits and certificates of occupancy, reducing exposure to prosecution in Town Justice Court or injunctive action in Supreme Court. Maintaining accurate records of occupancy status and promptly addressing any notices from town officials are practices commonly associated with compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 157-57 establishes that tenants living in units flagged as illegally occupied may find themselves at the center of an enforcement action initiated by the Building Inspector, Code Enforcement Officer, or Fire Inspector. If a tenant believes their housing situation involves an illegal occupancy issue, they may contact the Town of Clarkstown's code enforcement office to understand the status of their unit. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Rockland County housing law can help explain how enforcement proceedings under § 157-57 — including potential court actions — may affect occupants' rights and available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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