Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-15
Finding of hearing; variances
Operative Text
After a hearing held in accordance with §§ 176-12 and 176-13 of this chapter and on consideration of the evidence presented, the Board of Appeals for Building shall sustain, modify or withdraw the notice. If the notice of violation is sustained or modified, such decision shall be deemed a final order and shall be served as provided in § 176-6 of this chapter on the person or persons whom the Board of Appeals for Building shall find to be responsible for the violation. Where there are practical difficulties or unreasonable hardships in the literal enforcement of the provisions of this chapter, the Board of Appeals for Building shall have the power to authorize a variance from the provisions of this chapter, provided that the intent of the chapter shall be observed with respect to safeguarding of public health, safety, morals or welfare.
Under Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-15, after a hearing is conducted according to the procedures set out in §§ 176-12 and 176-13, the Board of Appeals for Building reviews the evidence and decides whether to uphold, modify, or withdraw a notice of violation. If the notice is sustained or modified, that decision becomes a final order and is formally served on whoever the Board finds responsible. The Board also has authority to grant variances from the chapter's requirements when strict enforcement would create practical difficulties or unreasonable hardships, as long as the public health, safety, morals, or welfare goals of the chapter are still met.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to a notice of violation under ch. 176 § 176-15 generally participate in the hearing process and present evidence before the Board of Appeals for Building, which then issues a binding final order. Compliant operators typically ensure that any final order served on them is addressed promptly, since a sustained or modified notice carries the weight of a formal determination. Where strict compliance with the chapter's requirements poses genuine practical difficulties, operators may seek a variance from the Board, demonstrating that the public health, safety, morals, or welfare purposes of the chapter would still be honored.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under ch. 176 § 176-15, tenants and other affected parties should be aware that the Board of Appeals for Building's decision following a hearing is a final order — meaning it carries enforceable weight against whoever is found responsible for a violation. If a landlord has been served with such a final order, that determination can be relevant context when pursuing housing-related complaints or remedies. Tenants who believe a variance granted under this section undermines their health or safety protections may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Hudson's housing code to understand available options.
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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