Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27 § 27-158
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The following regulations shall be applicable to newly constructed single-, two- and three-family dwellings that receive funding through federal assistance. For purposes of this chapter, the funding sources include: the community development block grants (CDBG) where applicable and when the covered dwelling unit is constructed by a community based development organization (CBDO) certified by the department of neighborhood and business development, and the HOME Investment Partnership Program, and other funds that require that visitable standards be met.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 11 § 27-158 establishes which properties fall under the visitability regulations in this article. Specifically, the rules apply to newly built single-, two-, and three-family homes that receive certain forms of federal funding, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) dollars channeled through a certified community-based development organization, HOME Investment Partnership Program funds, and any other federal funding streams that carry visitability requirements. Properties that do not receive these designated funding types are not subject to this article's standards.
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Operators and developers working with federally assisted housing programs should be aware that Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 11 § 27-158 triggers visitability requirements the moment a newly constructed one-, two-, or three-family dwelling is tied to qualifying federal funds such as CDBG or HOME. Compliant developers typically confirm at the project-planning stage whether their funding source falls within the covered categories, including whether a CBDO certification from the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development is involved. Keeping documentation of funding sources and any applicable certifications is a common practice for demonstrating compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 11 § 27-158, tenants or prospective occupants of newly constructed one-, two-, or three-family homes built with qualifying federal funds have the benefit of visitability standards that apply to those properties. If a covered dwelling does not appear to meet the requirements triggered by this provision, residents may consider reaching out to the City of Syracuse's Department of Neighborhood and Business Development to inquire about compliance. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can also help individuals understand what protections this article may afford them.
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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