Rochester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 § 90-62
Exemptions (Rochester NY Property Code)
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A. This article shall not apply to properties taken by a governmental entity in a foreclosure proceeding which are vacant and secured and: (1) Scheduled for demolition; or (2) Scheduled for sale within 12 months. B. The requirements of §§ 90-54 through 90-57 which are applicable to residential buildings shall not include single-family owner-occupied dwellings.
Rochester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 § 90-62 carves out two categories of properties from the obligations set out in this article. First, government-owned properties acquired through foreclosure that are vacant, secured, and either slated for demolition or set for sale within 12 months are fully exempt. Second, the specific maintenance and inspection requirements found in §§ 90-54 through 90-57 do not extend to single-family homes that are both owner-occupied and used as the owner's residence.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers should be aware that § 90-62 provides limited, condition-specific exemptions rather than broad relief. A government-held foreclosed property qualifies only if it is vacant, secured, and formally scheduled for demolition or sale within 12 months — all conditions must be met simultaneously. Operators of single-family owner-occupied dwellings should note that while §§ 90-54 through 90-57 do not apply to them, other provisions of the article may still govern their properties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 90-62 defines who falls outside the protections of this article, which is directly relevant to tenants trying to understand whether their housing is covered. Tenants in single-family owner-occupied dwellings should be aware that the requirements of §§ 90-54 through 90-57 do not apply to their unit, potentially limiting certain regulatory protections. Tenants who believe their building is being improperly claimed as exempt can consult a local tenant-rights organization or contact the relevant Rochester city office to clarify whether the exemption conditions are actually met.
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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