White Plains, N.Y., Mun. Code ch. 4-19 § 4-19-27
Prevention of multiplicity of proceedings
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In order to prevent multiplicity of proceedings, the provisions of this article shall not be operative when there is pending, or where there has been a determination in, any other proceeding or action authorized under the laws or ordinances of another governmental body based upon the identical act or acts complained of.
White Plains Mun. Code ch. 4-19 § 4-19-27 establishes a rule against duplicative enforcement proceedings. When another governmental body has already initiated or concluded a proceeding based on the exact same conduct, the local rent article's enforcement mechanisms are suspended and do not apply. This provision is designed to prevent the same act from being prosecuted or adjudicated simultaneously or repeatedly under multiple legal frameworks.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under White Plains Mun. Code ch. 4-19 § 4-19-27, a compliant operator generally tracks whether a complaint or enforcement action has been filed with another governmental authority over the same alleged conduct. If such a parallel proceeding is pending or has already been resolved, the local article's provisions are not triggered for that same act. Operators typically document the status of any overlapping proceedings to demonstrate that this bar applies.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
White Plains Mun. Code ch. 4-19 § 4-19-27 affects which enforcement avenue is available to tenants depending on whether a related proceeding is already underway or concluded elsewhere. If a complaint has been filed with another governmental body over the identical conduct, the local article's remedies may be unavailable for that same act. Tenants who believe this provision is being applied incorrectly may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the status of any related proceedings to understand which forums remain open.
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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