Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 160-10
Certificate of compliance; effect of failure to issue certificate
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A. Issuance. Upon request of the property owner, or on his own initiative if there is no request, the enforcement officer shall issue a certificate of compliance setting forth that on the date of said certificate the building in question complied with all the terms and requirements of this chapter. In the event that said premises do not comply with the terms and requirements of this chapter, the enforcement officer shall issue a written statement setting forth in what manner the terms and requirements of this chapter are violated. B. Effect of failure or refusal to issue. The failure or refusal of the enforcement officer to issue a certificate of compliance or a statement setting forth the manner in which the premises do not comply with the terms and requirements of this chapter shall permit the owner to a hearing before the hearing officer.
Under Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 § 160-10, a local enforcement officer is responsible for issuing either a certificate of compliance — confirming a rental property meets all chapter requirements as of a given date — or a written statement detailing any violations. If the enforcement officer neither issues the certificate nor provides a written explanation of non-compliance, the property owner gains the right to request a hearing before a hearing officer. This provision creates a formal accountability mechanism ensuring property owners receive a clear official response about their building's compliance status.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 160-10, compliant operators typically submit a request to the enforcement officer for a certificate of compliance and keep records of any written statements of violation they receive. If the enforcement officer fails or refuses to issue either document, the provision expressly entitles the property owner to pursue a hearing before the hearing officer. Operators generally maintain documentation of all requests and correspondence with the enforcement office to support any such hearing if needed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 160-10 of Endicott's Code of Ordinances establishes that a building's compliance status must be formally documented by the enforcement officer, either through a certificate of compliance or a written statement of violations. Tenants may find it useful to know whether a certificate of compliance has been issued for their building, as the absence of one — or the presence of a violation statement — can reflect on the property's regulatory standing. Tenants who have concerns about their building's compliance status may consider contacting the local enforcement office, reviewing public records, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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