North Tonawanda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 51D § 51D-7
Revocation of rental dwelling unit registration certificate
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A. A rental dwelling unit registration certificate issued pursuant to this chapter may be revoked by the Code Enforcement Office for any one or more of the following reasons: (1) Fraud, misrepresentation, or a false statement to a material fact in the application. (2) A finding that a rental dwelling unit registration certificate was issued in error and not in accordance with applicable law. (3) A violation of any of the provisions of this chapter, including noncompliance with a notice of violation pursuant to § 51D-11 . (4) The Code Enforcement Office, or other designated representatives of such, determines the rental dwelling unit does not substantially conform with this chapter or the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. (5) A finding by the Code Enforcement Office that the owner or other persons responsible for payment of property taxes of the rental dwelling unit is in arrears on said property taxes. B. Prior to such revocation, the Code Enforcement Office shall review the findings. The Code Enforcement Office shall issue a written statement setting forth the reasons for such revocation.
Under North Tonawanda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 51D § 51D-7, the Code Enforcement Office has the authority to revoke a rental dwelling unit registration certificate under several circumstances, including fraud in the application, errors in issuance, violations of chapter provisions, failure to meet state fire and building code standards, or delinquent property taxes. Before any revocation takes effect, the Code Enforcement Office must review its findings and issue a written statement explaining the reasons for the action. This process establishes a procedural step between the finding of a problem and the formal loss of a registration certificate.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of registered rental dwelling units in North Tonawanda should be aware that under § 51D-7, a registration certificate can be revoked for reasons ranging from application inaccuracies to property tax arrears or code non-compliance. Compliant operators generally ensure that all application information is accurate and complete, maintain their units in conformance with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, and keep property taxes current. When the Code Enforcement Office initiates a revocation, it is required to issue a written statement of reasons, which gives operators an opportunity to understand the basis for the action.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in a rental unit in North Tonawanda may be affected if their unit's registration certificate is revoked under § 51D-7, as this can signal underlying issues with the property's legal compliance, code conformance, or the owner's tax obligations. Tenants who become aware of a revocation or potential revocation may wish to contact the North Tonawanda Code Enforcement Office to understand the status of their unit's registration. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what a revocation may mean for their housing situation and what general options may be available to them.
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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