Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 252-11
Violations
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A. Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for a person, firm or corporation to be in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of this code. B. Prosecution of violation. Any person failing to comply with a notice of violation or order served in accordance with § 252-9 shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and the violations shall be deemed a strict liability offense. If the notice of violation is not complied with, the Code Official shall institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to restrain, correct or abate such violation, or to require the removal or termination of the unlawful occupancy of the structure in violation of the provisions of this code or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto.
Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-11 establishes that any conflict with or violation of the property maintenance code is unlawful. When a person, firm, or corporation fails to comply with an official notice of violation or order issued under § 252-9, that failure constitutes a misdemeanor and is treated as a strict liability offense, meaning intent does not need to be proven. If compliance is still not achieved, the Code Official is authorized to pursue legal or equitable action, which can include requiring the removal of unlawful occupants or correcting the violating condition.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-11, property owners and managers who receive a notice of violation or order issued pursuant to § 252-9 are generally expected to address and resolve the cited conditions within the timeframe specified. Because non-compliance is treated as a strict liability misdemeanor, operators typically document all corrective actions taken and maintain records showing timely response to official notices. Failure to act can trigger court proceedings seeking to restrain, correct, or abate the violation, or even to terminate occupancy of the affected structure.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-11 provides that violations of the property maintenance code are unlawful, and the Code Official has authority to pursue legal action to correct unsafe or non-compliant conditions, including seeking court orders to abate violations. Tenants who believe their housing conditions violate the code may consider contacting the local Code Official to report conditions and inquire about any outstanding notices of violation under § 252-9. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can also help residents understand available options, including how enforcement proceedings or a landlord's misdemeanor exposure 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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