Glens Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 § 128-5
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The purpose of this chapter is to protect the public health, safety and welfare by establishing minimum standards for the maintenance of premises, to fix responsibilities and duties, to authorize and establish procedures for the inspection of such premises, to fix penalties for the violations of this code and to provide for the right of access by the City or its agents to permit repairs when the City believes that the health, safety and welfare may be in jeopardy. This chapter is hereby declared to be remedial and essential to the public interest, and it is intended that this code be liberally construed to effectuate the purpose as stated herein and to protect the appearance and value of the City as a whole.
Glens Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 § 128-5 establishes the overarching purpose of the city's property maintenance code: to protect public health, safety, and welfare by setting minimum upkeep standards for premises. The provision authorizes inspection procedures, assigns responsibilities to property owners, and creates a framework for penalties when violations occur. It also grants the City or its agents the right to access properties to make repairs when health, safety, or welfare may be at risk, and directs that the chapter be interpreted broadly to fulfill these goals.
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Under Glens Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 § 128-5, the property maintenance code is designed to be read expansively, meaning city inspectors and officials are empowered to interpret its requirements broadly when evaluating compliance. Operators who maintain properties to at least the minimum standards set out in ch. 128 and who cooperate with authorized inspections generally align with the chapter's intent. Because the code explicitly reserves the City's right to access properties and perform repairs when welfare is at risk, compliant operators typically keep records of maintenance activity and respond promptly to any notices from the City.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Glens Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 § 128-5 signals that the property maintenance code exists specifically to protect residents' health, safety, and welfare, and courts and officials are directed to interpret it liberally in furtherance of that goal. Tenants who believe their premises fall below the minimum maintenance standards described in ch. 128 may have grounds to raise those conditions as a concern with the City, which holds authority to inspect properties and compel repairs. Local tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help residents understand what options may be available when conditions appear to jeopardize health or safety.
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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