Hancock, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 83-7
Notice of violation
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Whenever the Code Enforcement Officer determines that there has been a violation of any provision of this article, he shall serve a written notice of violation, either personally or by certified mail, on the owner or designated agent. The notice shall identify the violation and shall state that the violation must be remedied within 10 days after service of the notice.
Under Hancock, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 § 83-7, when the Code Enforcement Officer finds a violation of the article's provisions, the officer is required to formally notify the property owner or their designated agent in writing. This notice must be delivered either in person or by certified mail, and it must clearly identify the specific violation found. Once served, the notice triggers a 10-day window within which the violation must be corrected.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 83-7, a compliant property owner or manager typically ensures that a designated agent is on record with the municipality so that official notices can be received promptly. Operators generally monitor certified mail and in-person deliveries carefully, since the 10-day remediation clock begins running from the date of service. Maintaining documentation of corrective actions taken in response to any notice of violation is a common practice among diligent property managers operating under this chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 83-7 establishes a formal process by which the Hancock Code Enforcement Officer notifies property owners of violations, which can be relevant to tenants living in substandard conditions. If a tenant believes a housing violation exists, they may consider contacting the Code Enforcement Officer to prompt an inspection that could result in a notice being issued under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how the 10-day remediation requirement under § 83-7 may relate to their housing situation.
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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