North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 28 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 28-35
Notice of violation
Operative Text
Whenever the Enforcement Officer determines that there are reasonable grounds to believe that there has been a violation of Article III of this ordinance, he shall give notice of such alleged violation to the person or persons responsible therefor, as hereinafter provided. Such notice shall: A. Be put in writing and include a concise statement of the reasons for its issuance. B. Allow a reasonable time for the performance of any act it requires. Such reasonable time shall not be less than five days nor exceed 45 days from the date of service of such notice of violation, exclusive of the date of service. However, depending on the nature of the underlying condition at the premises, the Enforcement Officer may extend the period for compliance stated in the notice of violation for an additional period in excess of the stated time frame if, after conducting a follow-up inspection at the expiration of the original period for compliance, said officer determines, in his or her judgment, that the abatement, removal, prevention, cessation or cure of the condition violated reasonably requires an additional extension period, and where there is evidence of intent to comply, said officer may issue another written notice of violation, which shall then be applicable instead of the previously issued notice. C. State that unless the violation is abated, removed, cured, prevented or desisted within the indicated time frame, the Town is empowered to cause the condition to be corrected or removed and to seek the recovery of attendant costs. D. State that an appearance ticket may be issued for such violation. E. Be deemed to be properly and sufficiently served if a copy thereof is personally delivered (as if a summons) to any person, owner or occupant occupying the premises or is sent by certified mail to the last known address of the person or entity upon which the same is served or a copy thereof is left at the usual place of abode or office of said person or entity or if served with such notice by any other method authorized or required under the laws of this state. In the event that the premises are unoccupied or vacant, by affixing a copy of the notice of violation to the front door of the premises, or in such other reasonably visible location, as may be required, and a copy shall also be served by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the owner of record, to the owner and address shown on the current assessment roll of the Town, and to the last known mortgagee who has initiated the foreclosure process, if applicable. If the owner or person in control of said premises does not reside in the County of Nassau, said notice mailed to such owner or person in control of said premises, addressed to his or her last known address, shall be sufficient service thereof.
Section 28-35 of North Hempstead's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 28, establishes the process by which the Town's Enforcement Officer formally notifies responsible parties of suspected violations of Article III of the ordinance. The written notice must clearly state the reasons for issuance and set a compliance deadline of no fewer than five days and no more than 45 days, though extensions may be granted if progress toward compliance is evident. If the violation is not corrected within the given timeframe, the Town may step in to remedy the condition itself and recover the associated costs, and an appearance ticket may also be issued. The notice is considered validly served through personal delivery, certified mail, posting at the premises, or other state-authorized methods.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to North Hempstead Code ch. 28 § 28-35 generally maintain records of any notices of violation received, including the date of service and the stated compliance deadline, since the clock for corrective action begins running from that date. Compliant operators typically begin remediation promptly upon receipt of a notice, document their progress, and communicate with the Enforcement Officer if they believe an extension is warranted, as the provision allows extensions where there is evidence of intent to comply. Because the Town is authorized under § 28-35 to correct violations itself and seek cost recovery if the deadline passes, operators who own properties in Nassau County—or elsewhere—should ensure their current mailing address is on file, since certified mail to a last known address constitutes valid service.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under North Hempstead Code ch. 28 § 28-35, tenants living in premises where a notice of violation has been issued have an interest in knowing that the responsible party has received formal written notice and has a defined window—at minimum five days, at most 45 days (subject to extension)—to correct the cited condition. If the responsible party fails to act, the provision empowers the Town to intervene directly and pursue cost recovery, which may provide tenants with an additional avenue to see conditions addressed. Tenants who believe a violation exists or that a notice has not led to corrective action may consider contacting the Town's Enforcement Officer, reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization, or consulting with an attorney familiar with Nassau County housing regulations for guidance on available options under § 28-35.
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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