Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 90-40
Notice of intent to demolish
Operative Text
Whenever the Code Enforcement Officer designates a building unfit for human habitation, as provided in this chapter, and determines that the cost necessary to correct the violation is not reasonably related to the value of the building, he or she shall include within the notice of violation provided for in § 90-24 of this chapter a statement of his or her intent to order the demolition of the structure.
Under Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 § 90-40, when a Code Enforcement Officer finds a building unfit for human habitation and concludes that the cost to fix the violations is disproportionate to the building's value, the officer must include a demolition-intent statement within the formal notice of violation. This provision links the demolition process to the standard violation notice procedure already established in § 90-24. The rule ensures that property owners and occupants receive written advance notice before any demolition order is formally issued.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 90-40, a property owner who receives a notice of violation that contains a demolition-intent statement should understand that the Code Enforcement Officer has made a formal finding that repair costs are not reasonably related to the building's value. Compliant operators generally monitor the condition of their properties proactively to avoid reaching the threshold where such a determination is made. Reviewing the full notice carefully, including any referenced findings under § 90-24, is a standard step in understanding the scope of the officer's determination.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 90-40 means that if a Code Enforcement Officer has determined a building is unfit for human habitation and repair is not cost-justified, tenants living there are entitled to see that demolition intent stated within the official notice of violation issued under § 90-24. Tenants who receive or become aware of such a notice have a right to understand the basis for the officer's findings. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can be resources for understanding what options may be available when a demolition-intent notice has been issued.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 10, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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