Larchmont, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 215-46
Violation referrals
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Any violation of any ordinance or ordinances of the Westchester County Board of Health, New York Board of Fire Underwriters, Fire Department, Police Department or any other departments or agencies of the Village of Larchmont discovered by the Building Inspector shall be referred by him to the official or agency responsible for the enforcement of such other ordinance or ordinances.
Section 215-46 of Larchmont's Code of Ordinances establishes a cross-referral process within village government: when the Building Inspector discovers a violation that falls under the jurisdiction of another agency—such as the Westchester County Board of Health, the New York Board of Fire Underwriters, the Fire Department, or the Police Department—that violation must be forwarded to the appropriate enforcing body. The rule ensures that no violation goes unaddressed simply because it was spotted by an official who lacks direct authority over it. It functions as an internal coordination mechanism rather than a standalone enforcement provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 215-46, property owners and managers should be aware that a Building Inspector's visit can trigger enforcement action by multiple agencies, not just the building department. If the inspector observes a condition that implicates fire safety, public health, or police regulations, a referral to the relevant agency is required—meaning a single inspection could initiate parallel review processes. Operators who maintain properties in compliance with all applicable village and county standards are best positioned to avoid multi-agency follow-up stemming from such referrals.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 215-46 means that tenants who report concerns to the Building Inspector may see those concerns forwarded to the agency best equipped to address them, such as the Westchester County Board of Health for health-related conditions or the Fire Department for fire-safety issues. This referral obligation can be a useful pathway, since a single complaint may reach the correct enforcement body even if the tenant is unsure which agency has jurisdiction. Tenants seeking to understand their rights in connection with a specific condition may wish to contact the relevant village or county agency directly, or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Larchmont's 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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