Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 252-8
Duties and powers of Code Official
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A. General. The Code Enforcement Officers of the Town of Manchester, or designee, shall be known as the "Code Official," charged with property maintenance inspection and enforcement of the provisions of this code. B. Inspections. The Code Official shall make all of the required inspections, or shall accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. All reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The Code Official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report and advise upon technical issues that arise, subject to the approval of the appointing authority. C. Enforcement. The Town of Manchester Code Enforcement Officer or any law enforcement agency having jurisdiction within the Town of Manchester is hereby authorized to enforce this chapter and conduct inspections. D. Right of entry. The Code Official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect subject to constitutional restrictions on unreasonable searches and seizures. If entry is refused or not obtained, the Code Official is authorized to pursue recourse as provided by law.
Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-8 establishes the role and authority of the Code Official — the town's designated property maintenance enforcement officer. The Code Official is empowered to conduct inspections, accept certified reports from approved third-party agencies or individuals, and bring in outside technical experts when needed. The provision also grants the Code Official and local law enforcement the right to enter properties at reasonable times for inspection purposes, with legal recourse available if entry is denied, all subject to constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and seizures.
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Under Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-8, compliant property owners and managers generally cooperate with scheduled or announced inspections conducted by the Code Official or authorized law enforcement. Operators familiar with this provision understand that entry may be sought at reasonable times and that refusal can trigger legal proceedings to compel access. Maintaining properties in accordance with the town's property maintenance code reduces the likelihood of enforcement action under this section.
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 § 252-8 gives tenants a framework to understand who has authority to inspect rental properties and enforce housing standards in the Town of Manchester. If a tenant believes a property has maintenance or habitability issues, they may contact the Code Official or the town's code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenants experiencing concerns about enforcement or their rights under this provision may also consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid service for general guidance.
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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