Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-66
Notice of violation
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Whenever the Building Inspector determines that there has been a violation or that there are reasonable grounds to believe that there has been a violation of any provision of this chapter or any rule or regulation adopted pursuant thereto, he shall give notice of such violation or alleged violation to the person or persons responsible for such violation. Such notice shall be in writing and shall specify the alleged violation and shall provide a reasonable time of not less than five nor more than 30 days for compliance and shall be served upon the owner, agent, operator or occupant, as the case may require. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served upon such owner, agent, operator or occupant if a copy is served upon him personally; or if a copy thereof is sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the last known address of such person; or if a copy is posted in a conspicuous place in or about the building affected by the notice and if a copy is mailed by certified mail on the same day it is posted to the owner, agent, operator or occupant; or by such other method authorized by the laws of the State of New York. Such notice may contain an outline of remedial action which, if taken, will effect compliance with the provisions of this chapter and with rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto.
Under Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-66, when the Building Inspector finds or has reasonable grounds to believe a violation of the chapter's housing provisions has occurred, a written notice must be issued to the responsible party. That notice must identify the specific alleged violation and give the recipient between five and thirty days to come into compliance. The notice can be delivered in several legally recognized ways, including personal service, certified mail to the last known address, or conspicuous posting on the affected building combined with same-day certified mailing.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-66 should be aware that a written violation notice from the Building Inspector triggers a mandatory compliance window of no fewer than five and no more than thirty days. Compliant operators typically maintain current mailing addresses on file with the municipality so that certified-mail service reaches them promptly, preserving the full compliance period. The notice may also include an outline of remedial steps, which operators generally review carefully to understand what corrective actions are expected.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-66, tenants who are occupants of a building may be served with a violation notice if they are considered a responsible party, and they are entitled to a written explanation of the alleged violation along with a reasonable time to address it. Tenants who receive such a notice, or who believe a violation affecting their unit has gone unaddressed, may wish to contact the Evans Building Inspector's office to understand the status of any outstanding notices. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing law can help occupants understand how a pending violation notice may relate to their rights as renters.
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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