Peekskill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 332 § 332-23
Notice of intent to demolish
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Whenever the chief officer of the bureau 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 shall include within the notice of violation provided for in § 332-12 above a statement of his intent to order the demolition of the structure, pursuant to § C69a of the City Charter. A copy of such notice shall be served on the owner, occupant, lessee and mortgagee, recorded prior to service of any notice of violation, in the same manner as provided for service of notice of violations in § 332-12 above. The owner may demolish such structure, or correct the violation regardless of cost, provided that the requirements of the Uniform Code in effect at the time of attempted compliance are satisfied.
Under Peekskill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 332 § 332-23, when the chief officer of the bureau 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 standard notice of violation. That notice must be served on all relevant parties — owner, occupant, lessee, and any previously recorded mortgagee — in the same manner as other violation notices under § 332-12. The owner retains the option to either demolish the structure or bring it into full compliance with the Uniform Code, regardless of the expense involved.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 332-23, a property owner who receives a notice of violation containing a demolition-intent statement has two paths available: proceeding with demolition or undertaking full remediation to meet current Uniform Code standards, even if the cost is high. Compliant operators typically review the notice carefully to identify all parties served — including recorded mortgagees — and coordinate with lenders and legal counsel before choosing a course of action. Keeping documentation of all communications and compliance efforts is a practice commonly associated with orderly resolution of proceedings initiated under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 332-23 requires that occupants and lessees be formally served with any notice that includes a statement of intent to demolish, giving residents direct knowledge of proceedings that could affect their housing. Tenants who receive such a notice may wish to review their rights under Peekskill's housing code and consult a tenant-rights organization or housing attorney to understand how demolition proceedings could affect their tenancy. General enforcement paths available to occupants can include raising the adequacy of notice as an issue before the relevant municipal body or seeking guidance from local housing advocacy resources.
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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