Larchmont, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 215-45
Cost of abatement; lien
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Where abatement of any nuisance, as defined herein, correction of a defect in the premises or bringing the premises into compliance with the requirements of any village ordinance or state law applicable thereto requires expending village moneys therefor, the Building Inspector shall present a report of work proposed to be done to accomplish the foregoing to the Village Board with an approximate estimate of the cost thereof, along with a summary of the proceedings undertaken. The Village Board may thereupon, by resolution, authorize the abatement of the nuisance, correction of the defect or work necessary to replace the premises in proper condition and in compliance with the ordinances of the village and the laws of the state. In the event that an emergency, in the opinion of the Village Engineer, exists, then said Engineer may authorize that the work may be done immediately, in such a way as he deems fit to remove such emergency condition. The cost thereof of any such above work shall become a lien against said premises, collectible as provided by law. "Cost," as used herein, shall mean actual cost paid or incurred by or on behalf of the village, plus an amount for overhead which shall be equal to 20% of the total of such actual cost paid or incurred.
Under Larchmont, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 § 215-45, when a property has a nuisance, defect, or code violation that the owner has not corrected, the Village may step in and perform the necessary remediation work using public funds. The Village Board must authorize the work by resolution, though the Village Engineer can order immediate action in an emergency. Once the work is completed, the total cost — including a 20% overhead surcharge on top of actual expenses — becomes a lien attached to the property and is collectible under applicable law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Larchmont, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 § 215-45 should be aware that unresolved nuisances, defects, or code violations can trigger Village-initiated remediation. A compliant operator generally addresses violations promptly upon notice, since any Village expenditure to correct the problem — plus a 20% overhead charge — will be recorded as a lien against the property. That lien can affect title, financing, and the ability to transfer the property until it is satisfied.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 215-45 of Larchmont's Code of Ordinances establishes a mechanism by which the Village itself can correct hazardous or non-compliant conditions on a property when an owner fails to do so. Tenants who observe persistent nuisances or uncorrected defects may report conditions to the Village Building Inspector, which can set this process in motion. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand what remedies may be available when a landlord does not address habitability or code-compliance issues.
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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