Goshen, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 75 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 75-6
Emergencies
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Whenever the Code Enforcement Officer finds that an emergency exists which requires immediate attention to protect the public health or safety, he may, without notice or hearing, issue an order reciting the existence of such emergency and requiring that such action be taken as he deems necessary to meet the emergency. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter, such order shall take effect immediately. Any person to whom such order is directed shall immediately or shall, within 48 hours of the issuance of the order, comply therewith, but, upon petition with a hearing of the Town Board, the Town Board shall afford a hearing as soon as possible. The timely filing of the petition with the Town Board shall automatically stay the order pending the hearing and order of the court. After such hearing, the court shall either continue such order in effect, shall modify such order or shall nullify it.
Under Goshen, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 75 § 75-6, the Code Enforcement Officer has authority to issue an emergency order without prior notice or a hearing when an immediate threat to public health or safety is identified. Such an order takes effect immediately, and the person it is directed to must comply within 48 hours. However, the affected party may petition the Town Board for a hearing, and timely filing of that petition automatically stays the order until the Town Board rules on it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to an emergency order under § 75-6 are generally expected to act within the 48-hour compliance window to address the identified hazard. Operators who believe an order was issued in error have the option of petitioning the Town Board for a hearing, which automatically stays the order upon timely filing. Maintaining properties in a condition that avoids emergency-level health or safety concerns is the most straightforward way to reduce exposure to § 75-6 orders.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 75-6 of Goshen's Code of Ordinances provides a mechanism for the Code Enforcement Officer to act quickly when a property condition poses an immediate threat to public health or safety, which can benefit tenants living in hazardous conditions. Tenants who become aware of emergency-level conditions at their residence may contact the Code Enforcement Officer to report the situation. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how this provision interacts with other housing protections and what options may be available if an emergency order is issued or not issued in a given situation.
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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