Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 133-14
Correction of violations
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A. Commencement of proceedings. Whenever the Building Inspector or his/her duly authorized representative has inspected any building or premises and has determined that said building or premises is in violation of any provision of this chapter, he/she shall commence proceedings to cause the cleanup, repair, rehabilitation, vacation or demolition of the building or premises. B. Routine action. Whenever the Building Inspector or his/her duly authorized representative determines that a building, premises or land is in violation of any provision of this chapter, he/she shall give notice of the violation or violations as herein provided. C. Notice. (1) Such notice shall be given by first class mail, addressed to the last known owner at the address as shown by the records of the Monroe County Clerk, and within five calendar days of such mailing, such notice shall be given by: (a) Personal delivery upon such owner or owners of property; or (b) Personal delivery to the occupant of the building or premises or to the person or individual using the land or to the person or persons allegedly responsible for such violation; or (c) Posting the notice on the building, premises or land where the violations are deemed to exist. (2) The depositing of the notice into a depository, maintained under the exclusive control of the United States Postal Service, shall be deemed sufficient to satisfy the mailing requirement. (3) Such notice shall be in writing and shall specify the alleged violation and shall provide a reasonable time of not less than five days for compliance and shall be served as stated above. Such notice may contain an outline or mention of the remedial action that will be taken to effect compliance in the event the owner, occupant, agent or operator does not comply with said notice within the time period specified therein. The Building Inspector or his/her duly authorized representative may extend the compliance time specified in any notice issued under the provisions of this chapter where there is evidence of intent to comply within the period specified, provided that reasonable conditions exist which prevent immediate compliance. D. Emergency action. (1) Whenever the Building Inspector or his/her duly authorized representative has determined that a condition exists which poses an immediate threat to life, health or safety, he/she may, without prior notice, issue a notice citing the violation and ordering that such action be taken as is necessary to remove or abate the hazard or danger. Such notice may include an order to vacate, board up, fence off or demolish. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, such an order shall be effective immediately upon mailing, delivery or posting of the notice of the violation or violations as herein provided. (2) Notice. (a) Such notice shall be given by first class mail, addressed to the last known owner at the address as shown by the records of the Monroe County Clerk, and within five calendar days of such mailing, such notice shall be given by: [1] Personal delivery upon such owner or owners of property; or [2] Personal delivery to the occupant of the building or premises or to the person or individual using the land or to the person or persons allegedly responsible for such violation; or [3] Posting the notice on the building, premises or land where the violations are deemed to exist. (b) The depositing of the notice into a depository, maintained under the exclusive control of the United States Postal Service, shall be deemed sufficient to satisfy the mailing requirement. (c) Such notice shall be complied with immediately or as otherwise provided. The Building Inspector or his/her duly authorized representative may extend the compliance time specified in any order issued under the provisions of this chapter where there is evidence of intent to comply within the period specified, provided that reasonable conditions exist which prevent immediate compliance. Whenever the Building Inspector or his/her duly authorized representative determines that the condition which poses an immediate threat to life, health or safety has not been corrected in the time specified by the order issued, he/she may take such direct action as is necessary, including demolition or whatever other action may be required to remove or abate the hazard or danger. Expenses incurred in the execution of such orders shall be recovered as provided herein.
Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-14 establishes the process by which the Building Inspector identifies and addresses violations of the town's property maintenance and building standards. Under routine circumstances, written notice is sent by first-class mail to the property owner of record and then delivered personally or posted on the property within five calendar days, giving the owner at least five days to correct the problem. In emergency situations where an immediate threat to life, health, or safety exists, the Building Inspector may act without prior notice, and any order to vacate, board up, or even demolish takes effect immediately upon mailing, delivery, or posting. When emergency conditions are not corrected in time, the town may take direct remedial action—including demolition—and recover the associated costs.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-14 should be aware that the Building Inspector can initiate correction proceedings for any code violation, with notice sent to the address on file with the Monroe County Clerk. Compliant operators generally keep their contact information current with county records, respond promptly to any written notice, and document their remediation efforts to demonstrate intent to comply—which can support a request for a compliance-time extension. In emergency situations, orders are effective immediately, so maintaining properties in a condition that avoids life-safety hazards is the most reliable way to avoid urgent enforcement action and potential cost-recovery claims.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-14, tenants and occupants may receive personal delivery of a violation notice when the Building Inspector determines that a building or premises fails to meet code standards. If a condition poses an immediate threat to life, health, or safety, an emergency order—which can include a directive to vacate—takes effect right away, and tenants should be aware that such orders carry immediate legal weight. Tenants who believe a property has unaddressed code violations may contact the Gates Building Inspector's office to report conditions, and tenant-rights organizations can help explain how this provision interacts with other housing protections.
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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