Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-34
Notice of violation; scope, contents, service
Operative Text
(a) Whenever the Building Inspector determines that there has been a violation, or that there are reasonable grounds for belief that there has been a violation of any provision of this Chapter or of Chapter F of the Uniform Code, the Building Inspector shall give notice of such violation or violations and an order to abate to the person or persons responsible for such violations. Such notice shall be in writing and shall specify the alleged violations and shall provide a reasonable time for compliance. Such notice shall be served upon the owner, occupant, operator or agent as the case may require, in accordance with the requirements hereinafter set forth. (b) Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served upon such owner, agent, occupant or operator if a copy is served upon such owner, agent, occupant or operator personally or if a copy thereof is sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the last known address of such person; or if a copy is posted in a conspicuous place in the building affected by the notice and if a copy of said notice is mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested, on the same day as posted to the owner, agent, occupant or operator; or such other method of service authorized by the Civil Practice Law and Rules of the State of New York. (c) Such notice shall inform the person to whom it is directed of his right to apply for a hearing as provided in Section 12-50 . Such notice may contain an outline of remedial action which will effect compliance of the provisions of this Chapter and with any rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto.
Under Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-34, when the Building Inspector finds a violation—or reasonable grounds to believe one exists—of Chapter 12 or the applicable Uniform Code provisions, a written notice of violation and abatement order must be issued to the responsible party. The notice must identify the specific alleged violations, set a reasonable compliance deadline, and inform the recipient of the right to request a hearing under Section 12-50. Valid service can be accomplished through personal delivery, certified mail to the last known address, or conspicuous posting at the affected building combined with same-day certified mailing.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-34 should maintain current mailing addresses on file with the city so that any notice of violation reaches them promptly. A compliant operator who receives a written abatement order generally reviews the specified violations, notes the compliance deadline, and takes corrective action within the time allowed. Operators also typically take note of the hearing rights described in Section 12-50, which are included in the notice itself, and retain documentation of any remedial steps taken.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in buildings subject to Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-34 should be aware that occupants, not just owners, may be served with a notice of violation if they are considered a responsible party. The notice must spell out the alleged violations and give a reasonable time to correct them, and it must also inform recipients of the right to apply for a hearing under Section 12-50. Tenants who believe housing conditions in their building violate Chapter 12 may contact the Poughkeepsie Building Inspector's office to report concerns, and tenant-rights organizations can help explain what options are generally available under this provision.
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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