Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-60
Power to act in emergencies
Operative Text
Whenever the Housing Code Inspector, at any stage of the proceedings instituted under the provisions of this chapter, finds that a violation of this chapter exists which, in his or her 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 or she 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 § 182-62 . 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.
Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-60 grants the Housing Code Inspector authority to issue an emergency order 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, or within whatever timeframe the order itself specifies. The order can include a directive to vacate the building, as further governed by § 182-62.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 182-60, a compliant property owner or manager takes emergency hazard conditions seriously enough that they do not wait for formal proceedings before addressing them, since the Housing Code Inspector can bypass the usual notice-and-hearing process and issue an immediately effective order at any stage of an inspection or proceeding. Operators generally maintain properties so that conditions requiring emergency action—such as structural dangers or severe health risks—do not arise. When an emergency order is served, compliant operators treat it as effective upon receipt and act within the timeframe the order specifies.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 182-60 is designed to protect occupants: when the Housing Code Inspector identifies an immediate hazard in a building, this provision allows rapid action—including a vacate order—without waiting for a formal hearing. Tenants who believe an emergency condition exists in their building may contact the Auburn Housing Code Inspector's office to request an inspection, which could trigger the emergency powers described in § 182-60. Tenant-rights organizations can help occupants understand what rights and resources are available when an emergency order is issued, including any relocation assistance that may apply.
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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