Lake Grove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 136-8
Nuisances; abatement
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All buildings, dwellings, dwelling units, multiple dwellings, yards, courts, open areas and vacant lots which are in violation of this chapter are hereby declared to be a nuisance and such nuisances shall be abated by being corrected, made sanitary, repaired, vacated or demolished in accordance with the orders of the Village Board.
Under Lake Grove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 § 136-8, any building, dwelling, dwelling unit, multiple dwelling, yard, court, open area, or vacant lot that violates the chapter's standards is legally classified as a nuisance. Once declared a nuisance, the property must be brought into compliance through correction, sanitation, repair, vacation, or demolition. The specific remedy is determined by order of the Village Board, which holds authority over how the abatement is carried out.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Lake Grove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 § 136-8 generally maintain their buildings, yards, and associated areas in a condition that meets the chapter's standards to avoid a nuisance declaration. A compliant operator responds promptly to any notice of violation and works within the framework established by the Village Board to correct deficiencies before an abatement order is issued. Operators typically document all corrective actions taken, as the Village Board retains authority to direct the method of abatement, up to and including demolition.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Lake Grove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 § 136-8, tenants living in buildings or dwelling units that fall below the chapter's standards may have grounds to raise the nuisance classification as a relevant factor in housing-related proceedings. Tenants can report conditions they believe constitute a violation to the Village Board, which holds the authority to order abatement. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand what documentation to gather and what avenues are available when a property is in potential violation of 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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