Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 82 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 82-21
Owner to secure vacated dwelling
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The owner, agent or operator of any dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit which has been designated as unfit for human habitation and vacated shall make such dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit safe and secure in whatever manner the Building Inspector shall deem necessary. Any vacant building open at the doors and windows, if unguarded, shall be deemed dangerous to human life and a nuisance within the meaning of this provision.
Under Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 82 § 82-21, when a dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit has been officially designated unfit for human habitation and vacated, the responsible party must take whatever steps the Building Inspector considers necessary to make the property safe and secure. The provision also establishes that a vacant building left open at doors and windows without any guarding is automatically treated as dangerous to human life and a public nuisance. This rule applies regardless of whether the vacancy resulted from a formal condemnation order or another official action.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Owners, agents, and operators subject to Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 82 § 82-21 generally ensure that any property designated unfit for human habitation is promptly secured in the specific manner directed by the Building Inspector. Compliant operators typically board or lock all door and window openings on vacant structures to prevent unauthorized entry and avoid a nuisance designation. Maintaining ongoing communication with the Building Inspector about the condition of a vacated property is a common practice for operators seeking to stay in compliance with § 82-21.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 82 § 82-21 establishes that tenants displaced from a dwelling designated unfit for human habitation have an interest in knowing that the vacated property must be secured by the owner or operator. If a formerly occupied building appears to remain open, unguarded, or unsafe after a vacancy order, residents and neighbors may report the condition to the Manorhaven Building Inspector, who holds authority under § 82-21 to determine what security measures are required. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help individuals understand what options may be available when a property owner has not complied with a vacancy and securing order.
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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