Hamburg Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 109 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 109-12
Expedition of proceedings
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Any court in which a proceeding under this chapter is instituted shall assign the case for hearing at the earliest practicable date and cause the case to be expedited in every way.
Section 109-12 of Hamburg Town's Code of Ordinances requires that any court handling a proceeding under Chapter 109 must prioritize scheduling the case as soon as reasonably possible and actively work to move it forward without unnecessary delay. The rule is designed to prevent housing-related proceedings from languishing on a court's docket. It applies to the court itself, not to the parties, and reflects a legislative preference for prompt resolution of these matters.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Hamburg Town Code § 109-12, courts are obligated to schedule and advance Chapter 109 proceedings on an expedited basis, which means landlords involved in such cases can generally expect a relatively prompt hearing date rather than a prolonged wait. Operators managing properties subject to Chapter 109 should be prepared to respond quickly once a proceeding is filed, since the court is directed to move the case forward at every stage. Keeping documentation and records organized and readily accessible is a common practice for property managers anticipating proceedings that may be scheduled on short notice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 109-12 gives tenants involved in a Chapter 109 proceeding the benefit of a court process that is required by law to be scheduled and handled promptly. If a case under this chapter is filed, the court itself bears the obligation to assign an early hearing date and avoid unnecessary delays — tenants do not need to separately request expedition. Tenants who want to understand how this procedural protection applies to their situation may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Hamburg Town's housing ordinances.
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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