Fulton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 475 § 475-64
Notice of violation
Operative Text
A. Whenever the Bureau Chief 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 of any other state or local law, ordinance or regulation enforced by the Bureau, he shall give written notice of such violation or alleged violation to the person or persons responsible for such violations. B. Such notices and orders shall: (1) Contain a description of each violation(s). (2) Contain the specific section(s) of how violated. (3) Contain the time within which each violation must be corrected. (4) Outline remedial action which, if taken, shall effect compliance with the provisions of this chapter and any other state or local law, ordinance or regulation enforced by the Bureau. (5) Inform the person to whom it is directed of his right to apply for an administrative hearing before the Bureau Chief or his designated representative, within the shortest period of time given to correct any violation in said notice. When a request for such administrative hearing is requested, the Bureau Chief shall set a time and place for such hearing. The rules of evidence prevailing in courts of record shall not be controlling in such hearings. C. The Bureau Chief may, for good cause shown in his discretion, extend the compliance time specified in any notice and order issued under the provisions of this chapter. D. It shall be sufficient service of a notice and order of the Bureau if said notice shall be sent by certified mail to owner's address of record filed in the Clerk/Chamberlain's or Assessor's office or last known address or place of residence.
Section 475-64 of Fulton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 475 establishes the process by which the Bureau Chief formally notifies responsible parties of housing or building code violations. A written notice must describe each violation, cite the specific code sections involved, set a correction deadline, and outline the remedial steps needed to achieve compliance. The notice must also inform the recipient of their right to request an administrative hearing before the Bureau Chief or a designated representative, and the Bureau Chief retains discretion to extend compliance deadlines for good cause.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 475-64, property owners and managers in Fulton, N.Y., who receive a written notice of violation from the Bureau should review it carefully, as it will specify each alleged violation, the relevant code sections, and the timeframe for correction. Compliant operators typically document the remedial steps they take and complete them within the stated deadline, keeping records in case a compliance dispute arises. Owners who believe a notice is in error or need additional time generally have the option to request an administrative hearing or seek a deadline extension from the Bureau Chief by demonstrating good cause.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 475-64 gives tenants and other affected parties a formal mechanism through which housing and building code violations are officially documented and communicated to responsible property owners. When the Bureau Chief issues a notice under this provision, it must include a correction timeline and the remedial actions required, which can serve as a record of known conditions at a property. Tenants who believe a violation exists may contact the Bureau to report conditions, and those who receive a notice themselves have the right to request an administrative hearing as described in § 475-64.
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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