Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-156
Power to act in emergencies
Operative Text
Whenever the Commissioner, at any stage of the proceedings instituted under the provisions of this chapter, finds that a violation of this chapter exists which, in his opinion, requires immediate action to abate a direct hazard or immediate danger to the health, safety, morals or welfare of the occupants of a building or of the public, he may, without prior notice or hearing, issue an order citing the violation and directing that such action be taken as is necessary to remove or abate the hazard or danger. Such order may include an order to vacate as provided in § 12-148 . Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, such an order shall be effective immediately upon service and shall be complied with immediately or as otherwise provided.
Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-156 grants the Commissioner authority to issue emergency orders without advance notice or a hearing when an immediate hazard or danger to health, safety, morals, or welfare is found to exist. Such an order takes effect the moment it is served and must be complied with immediately. The order can include a directive to vacate the building, as referenced in § 12-148, and overrides the standard procedural requirements found elsewhere in the chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 12 § 12-156, a compliant property operator maintains building conditions that would not trigger an emergency finding by the Commissioner. When an emergency order is served, operators generally treat it as effective immediately and take whatever corrective action the order specifies without waiting for a separate hearing. Keeping maintenance records and addressing known hazards proactively are practices associated with avoiding the circumstances that lead to emergency action under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-156 of Tuckahoe's Code of Ordinances gives occupants a degree of protection by allowing the Commissioner to act swiftly—without prior notice or hearing—when a building condition poses an immediate threat to health, safety, morals, or welfare. If you believe your building has a hazardous condition, you may report it to the relevant municipal office so the Commissioner can evaluate whether emergency action is warranted under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations can help you understand what options are generally available when emergency orders, including vacate orders under § 12-148, are issued.
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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