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Elmira, N.Y., Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-503

Certificate of compliance

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Operative Text

Elmira, N.Y., Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-503
Commencing with the third anniversary of the effective date of this division: (a)
A person, prior to occupying or using any premises or permitting the occupancy or use of any premises, may request from the agency a certificate of compliance by the agency, certifying that such premises conform to the housing standards.
(b) A certificate of compliance shall be valid for three years from the date of issue.
(c) A certificate of compliance may be revoked by the agency, by written notice thereof, if upon an inspection premises are found to be in violation of housing standards.
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Plain English

Under Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-503, beginning on the third anniversary of the division's effective date, any person may request a certificate of compliance from the agency before a property is occupied or used. The certificate, once issued, confirms that the premises meet local housing standards and remains valid for three years. However, the agency may revoke the certificate through written notice if an inspection reveals that the property has fallen out of compliance with those standards.

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For Property Managers

Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-503 gives property owners and managers the option to obtain a certificate of compliance from the agency before allowing occupancy or use of a premises. Compliant operators typically request this certificate proactively, maintain the property in accordance with housing standards throughout the certificate's three-year validity period, and respond promptly to any written notice of revocation triggered by an inspection finding. Keeping records of the certificate's issuance date and any agency correspondence helps operators track renewal timing and stay ahead of potential compliance issues.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Under Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-503, tenants can ask whether a certificate of compliance has been issued for their unit, as this certificate signals that the agency has verified the premises meet local housing standards. If a certificate is revoked due to a housing standards violation found during inspection, that revocation may be relevant context when raising concerns about the condition of a rental property. Tenants who believe their unit does not meet housing standards may consider contacting the local agency, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or exploring whether a violation of this provision can be raised in relevant proceedings.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Elmira Code § 8-359
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-403
Elmira Code § 8-426
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-359

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