Clarkson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 94 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 94-51
Variances
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A. Where there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships, the Zoning Board of Appeals may hear and decide appeals from any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official charged with the enforcement of this chapter. Such appeals shall be in accordance with the provisions of § 267 of the Town Law of the State of New York. B. Nothing herein shall be constructed to give the Zoning Board of Appeals the authority to vary or modify the requirements of the State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code or other applicable state law regulating mobile homes.
Section 94-51 of Clarkson's Code of Ordinances establishes a process by which the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) can review and decide appeals when practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships arise from administrative decisions made under Chapter 94. The ZBA's authority to grant variances must follow the procedures set out in § 267 of New York State Town Law. Importantly, this variance power does not extend to requirements imposed by the State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code or other state laws governing mobile homes.
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Property owners and managers operating under Chapter 94 should be aware that if an administrative official's order, requirement, decision, or determination creates a practical difficulty or unnecessary hardship, Section 94-51 provides a formal appeal pathway through the Clarkson Zoning Board of Appeals. Compliant operators typically document the specific hardship or difficulty and submit their appeal in accordance with the procedural requirements of New York Town Law § 267. Operators should also note that no variance obtained through this process can override State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code requirements or state regulations applicable to mobile homes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 94-51 of Clarkson's Code of Ordinances gives the Zoning Board of Appeals the authority to review administrative decisions under Chapter 94 that may create practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships, which can be relevant to tenants affected by zoning enforcement actions. Tenants who believe an administrative determination has negatively impacted their housing situation may explore whether an appeal to the ZBA under this provision, consistent with New York Town Law § 267, is an available avenue. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local zoning procedures can help explain how this process works and what options may be available in a given circumstance.
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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