Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 112-18
Cost to become lien on property
Operative Text
Where abatement of any nuisance, as defined herein, or correction of a defect on the premises or the maintenance of the premises in a proper condition to conform to applicable ordinances of the Village of Fonda or the laws of the State of New York require expenditures of the Village of Fonda moneys therefor, either by supplying labor by Village employees, the furnishing of material by the Village, the hiring of outside contractors, the enforcement officer shall present a report of the work accomplished to the Village Board of the Village of Fonda, along with a summary of the proceedings undertaken to secure compliance, including notice served upon the owner, operators, occupants or their agents as the case may be, by telephone, telegraph, etc. The Village Board shall then approve the expenditures made and assess the same against the premises, collectible as provided by law. A copy of the resolution approving said expenses shall be certified by the Village Clerk, and a copy of the report and resolution shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the owner.
Under Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-18, when the Village of Fonda spends its own money to abate a nuisance, correct a defect, or bring a property into compliance with local or state law, those costs do not simply disappear. The enforcement officer documents the work and presents a report to the Village Board, which may then formally approve the expenditures and assess them against the property itself. Once assessed, the costs become collectible as a lien on the property, and the owner receives certified notice of the resolution.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners subject to Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-18 should be aware that if the Village steps in to correct a nuisance or code deficiency on their property, the associated costs can be assessed directly against the property and collected as a lien. Compliant operators generally respond promptly to any notices of violation so that the Village never reaches the point of performing the work itself. Keeping records of all communications with the Village and acting on required repairs in a timely manner are practices consistent with avoiding assessments under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 112-18 of Fonda's Code of Ordinances establishes a mechanism by which the Village can recover costs it incurs when a property is brought into compliance, but it also reflects the Village's authority to intervene when conditions on a property violate local ordinances or state law. Tenants living in substandard conditions may find it useful to know that the Village has enforcement tools available, including the ability to act on defects and assess costs against the property owner. Tenants who believe their premises are not being maintained in compliance with applicable standards may consider contacting the Village's enforcement officer or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information about available options 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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