Saugerties Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 142 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 142-5
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Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to abolish or impair existing remedies of the municipality or its officers or agencies relating to the removal or demolition of any buildings or structures which are deemed to be dangerous, unsafe or unsanitary.
Section 142-5 of Saugerties Village's Code of Ordinances clarifies that the rules established elsewhere in Chapter 142 do not eliminate or weaken any pre-existing legal tools available to the village government for addressing buildings or structures found to be dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary. In other words, the chapter adds to—rather than replaces—the municipality's authority to pursue removal or demolition of hazardous properties. Existing enforcement mechanisms remain fully intact alongside whatever this chapter provides.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 142-5, property owners in Saugerties Village should be aware that the village retains all of its traditional enforcement powers over dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary buildings, independent of Chapter 142's other provisions. A compliant operator generally keeps properties in safe, sanitary condition to avoid triggering any of these overlapping municipal remedies. The preservation of existing remedies means that village officers and agencies may act through multiple legal avenues simultaneously when a structure poses a hazard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 142-5 confirms that Saugerties Village's government has not surrendered any of its longstanding powers to address dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary housing conditions under Chapter 142. Tenants who believe a building poses a safety or sanitation hazard may report concerns to village officers or agencies, who retain the full range of remedies—including removal or demolition proceedings—available before this chapter was enacted. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York municipal housing law can help residents understand which local enforcement channels may be relevant to a given situation.
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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