Greenwood Lake, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 62 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 62-14
Liability for cost of removal or demolition
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The owner of the property where the building was removed or demolished shall be liable for all costs incurred by the Village of Greenwood Lake relating to such demolition or removal.
Under Greenwood Lake, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 62 § 62-14, when the Village of Greenwood Lake carries out or arranges the removal or demolition of a building on private property, the property owner bears full financial responsibility for all costs the Village incurs in connection with that work. This provision creates a direct liability obligation tied to ownership of the property at the time of the demolition or removal. The rule does not cap the amount owed, meaning the owner's exposure corresponds to whatever the Village actually spends.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners subject to ch. 62 § 62-14 should be aware that if the Village of Greenwood Lake undertakes demolition or removal of a structure on their property, the full cost of that action can be charged back to them. Operators who maintain buildings in compliance with applicable codes and respond promptly to any Village notices generally reduce the circumstances under which the Village would need to step in and perform such work. Keeping records of maintenance, inspections, and any correspondence with Village officials is a practice commonly associated with managing this type of liability exposure.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 62-14 of Greenwood Lake's Code of Ordinances places demolition and removal cost liability on the property owner, not on tenants — meaning tenants are not directly responsible for Village-incurred demolition expenses. If a building you occupy is subject to removal or demolition proceedings, tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can help clarify how that process may affect your tenancy. Tenants may also wish to review any notices issued by the Village under ch. 62 to understand the timeline and scope of any planned action affecting their home.
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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