Elmira, N.Y., Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-506
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The agency shall keep official records of, but not limited to, registration and reports filed, certificates issued, complaints received, inspections made, violations found, orders issued and actions taken. Such records shall be public records, open to inspection during business hours. Copies or transcripts of such records shall be furnished upon written application and payment of any and all lawful fees.
Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-506 requires the designated housing agency to maintain official records covering a broad range of activities, including registrations, inspection reports, complaints, violations, and orders. All of these records are classified as public records, meaning they are open for anyone to review during normal business hours. Copies or transcripts of any record can be obtained by submitting a written request and paying any applicable fees.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-506, property owners and managers should be aware that records related to their properties—including registrations, inspection findings, violations, and orders—are maintained by the agency and are publicly accessible. Compliant operators typically keep their own parallel documentation of filings, certificates, and correspondence with the agency, since the official record can be reviewed by any member of the public. Knowing that these records are open to inspection during business hours can inform how operators approach timely resolution of any outstanding violations or orders.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-506 establishes that housing records held by the agency—including complaints received, violations found, and orders issued—are public records that any person may inspect during business hours. Tenants interested in the history of a property, such as past violations or inspection outcomes, can visit the agency during business hours or submit a written request along with any required fees to obtain copies. Tenant-rights organizations can help individuals understand how to navigate the records request process and how information from these records might be relevant to a housing concern.
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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