Fallsburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 156-45
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A. The Code Enforcement Officer shall administer and secure compliance with the applicable housing standards. B. The Code Enforcement Officer shall have as his representatives such assistants and inspectors as may be necessary to carry out effectively the powers and duties of his office. C. All personnel shall be qualified and appointed as prescribed by law, and shall be furnished with appropriate official badges or identification cards. D. All personnel shall be free from personal liability for acts done in good faith in the performance of their official duties.
Chapter 156, Section 156-45 of the Fallsburg Code of Ordinances establishes the Code Enforcement Officer as the designated administrator responsible for overseeing and securing compliance with local housing standards. The officer is authorized to employ assistants and inspectors as needed to carry out these duties effectively. All personnel working under this authority must be properly qualified and appointed according to law, carry official identification, and are protected from personal liability for good-faith actions taken in the course of their official duties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Fallsburg Code § 156-45, the Code Enforcement Officer and authorized inspectors are the officials with whom property owners and managers will interact regarding housing standards compliance. Compliant operators generally cooperate with properly credentialed inspectors who present official badges or identification cards as required by this section. Familiarity with the scope of the Code Enforcement Officer's authority can help property managers understand what to expect during inspections and compliance reviews.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 156-45 of the Fallsburg Code establishes that the Code Enforcement Officer, along with qualified assistants and inspectors, is responsible for ensuring housing standards are met in the jurisdiction. Tenants who believe their housing conditions fall short of applicable standards may contact the Code Enforcement Officer's office, as this is the body empowered to investigate and secure compliance. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how to engage with the enforcement process established under this provision.
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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