Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162A (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 162A-10
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.
Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162A § 162A-10 establishes a process by which the Building Inspector can respond to property violations ranging from routine code issues to immediate life-safety hazards. For routine violations, written notice is sent by mail and then personally delivered or posted, giving the property owner or occupant at least five days to correct the problem. In emergency situations where a condition poses an immediate threat to life, health, or safety, the Building Inspector may act without prior notice, and any order to vacate, board up, or even demolish takes effect immediately upon delivery or posting.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162A § 162A-10, compliant property owners and managers generally keep their contact information current with the Monroe County Clerk so that violation notices reach them promptly. When a routine notice is received, operators typically document their remediation steps and communicate any legitimate obstacles to the Building Inspector, since the provision allows for compliance-time extensions when there is genuine intent to correct the issue. In emergency situations, the order is effective immediately, and costs incurred by the municipality in taking direct corrective action—including demolition—can be recovered from the responsible party.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162A § 162A-10 provides that occupants of a building or premises may receive direct personal delivery of violation notices, meaning tenants can be formally notified of code issues affecting their home. If a condition poses an immediate threat to life, health, or safety, the Building Inspector has authority to order a vacation of the premises without waiting for prior notice, which directly affects tenants' housing. Tenants who believe a hazardous or code-violating condition exists may contact the Greece Building Department to request an inspection, and tenant-rights organizations can help explain what options are generally available under this provision.
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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