Oneida, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 77 § 77-37
Emergency action
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Whenever the Chief Officer of the Agency finds that a violation of this code exists, which, in his opinion, requires immediate action to abate a hazard or constitutes an immediate danger to health, safety or welfare of the occupants of a building or of the public, he may, without prior notice or hearing, issue an order citing the violation and directing that such action be taken as is necessary to remove or abate the hazard or danger. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, such an order shall be effective immediately upon service and shall be complied with immediately or as otherwise provided.
Section 77-37 of Oneida's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 77, grants the Chief Officer of the Agency authority to issue an emergency order when a code violation poses an immediate hazard or danger to the health, safety, or welfare of building occupants or the public. Unlike standard enforcement procedures, this type of order requires no prior notice or hearing before it takes effect. Once served, the order is immediately binding and must be complied with at once, or within whatever timeframe the order itself specifies.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 77-37 of Oneida's Code ch. 77, property owners and managers should be aware that emergency orders can be issued and take effect without any advance warning or opportunity to contest the violation beforehand. Compliant operators generally maintain their properties in a condition that avoids hazardous situations that could trigger this expedited enforcement mechanism. When such an order is served, immediate corrective action—or action within the timeframe stated in the order—is what the provision requires.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 77-37 of Oneida Code ch. 77 provides a pathway for swift official action when a building condition poses an immediate threat to occupant health, safety, or welfare. Tenants who believe a dangerous condition exists in their building may report it to the Agency, whose Chief Officer has the authority to act without delay. Those facing such conditions may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization to understand what options are available when emergency enforcement is or is not initiated.
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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