Waverly, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 93 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 93-66
Powers and duties of Chief Housing Officer
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A. The Chief Housing Officer shall be charged with the duty of administering the applicable housing standards and securing compliance therewith. B. The Chief Housing Officer shall be authorized to conduct surveys of housing in any area of the municipality to determine the condition of the premises, extent of deterioration, lack of facilities, inadequate maintenance, unsafe and insanitary conditions, extent of overcrowding, land use and other relevant factors. C. It shall be the duty of the Chief Officer: (1) To cause periodic inspections to be made not less than once every five years of all premises within the scope of applicable housing standards. (2) To cause an investigation of all complaints of alleged housing violations or other unsafe or insanitary conditions. (3) To order in writing the remedying of all conditions found to exist in or on any premises in violation of the provisions of the housing standards and to state in the violation order a reasonable time limit for compliance therewith and, where necessary, to order the vacation of premises found unfit for human habitation. (4) To request the chief legal officer of the Village to take appropriate legal action in the name of the Village upon failure of the responsible party to comply with such violation order within the time specified therein. (5) To cause a search of the records of his office of housing violations existing on any premises and to issue a certified statement thereof upon receipt of written request and payment of any fees required by local law, ordinance or resolution. (6) To study housing conditions in the municipality. (7) To cooperate with other municipal, governmental and private agencies engaged in the study and improvement of housing conditions. (8) To publish an annual report of housing conditions in the Village, accomplishments of his office and recommendations for the future. D. Where violations of the housing standards exist and pose an immediate hazard or danger to the health, safety or welfare of building occupants or of the public, the Chief Officer may issue an order citing the violation and directing such action by such municipal agency as is necessary to remove or abate the immediate hazard or danger.
Section 93-66 of Waverly's Code of Ordinances establishes the Chief Housing Officer as the primary administrator of the village's housing standards, responsible for ensuring properties meet required conditions. The officer is empowered to conduct area-wide surveys, carry out inspections at least once every five years, investigate complaints, and issue written orders requiring corrections within a reasonable timeframe. When a property poses an immediate hazard to occupants or the public, the Chief Officer may issue emergency orders directing municipal action to remove or abate the danger, and may order a property vacated if it is found unfit for human habitation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 93-66, property owners in Waverly can expect periodic inspections by the Chief Housing Officer no less than once every five years, as well as inspections triggered by complaints. Compliant operators generally respond promptly to any written violation orders issued under this section, remedying cited conditions within the stated timeframe to avoid referral to the village's chief legal officer for enforcement action. Maintaining records of repairs and upkeep can help demonstrate responsiveness to any findings made during surveys or investigations conducted under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 93-66 gives tenants in Waverly a direct avenue for addressing unsafe or unsanitary housing conditions: the Chief Housing Officer is required to investigate all complaints of alleged housing violations. Tenants may submit a written complaint to the Chief Housing Officer's office, which can trigger a formal investigation and, if violations are found, a written order requiring the responsible party to make corrections within a set timeframe. If a condition poses an immediate hazard, § 93-66 also authorizes the Chief Officer to issue emergency orders, and tenants who want to understand their options further may consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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