Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-79
Judicial review
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Any person or persons justly or severally aggrieved by any final order of the Code Enforcement Officer or Agency under Part 3 of this chapter may seek to have such order reviewed by the Supreme Court in the manner prescribed by Article 78 of the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules.
Section 186-79 of Massena's Code of Ordinances establishes a pathway for judicial review of final orders issued by the Code Enforcement Officer or Agency under Part 3 of Chapter 186. Any individual or group harmed by such a final order may bring the matter before the New York Supreme Court using the Article 78 proceeding process. This provision does not create a new substantive right but rather identifies the existing legal mechanism through which enforcement decisions can be challenged in court.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 186-79, final orders issued by the Code Enforcement Officer or Agency are subject to potential court review, meaning that enforcement actions taken under Part 3 of Chapter 186 are not necessarily the last word. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough documentation of inspections, notices, and corrective actions so that their records are complete if a final order is ever contested. Understanding that either party may seek Article 78 review underscores the importance of following proper procedural steps throughout the enforcement process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-79 gives any person aggrieved by a final order under Part 3 of Chapter 186 the right to seek review of that order in New York Supreme Court through an Article 78 proceeding. This means that if a Code Enforcement Officer or Agency issues a final order that negatively affects you, a formal legal avenue exists to challenge it. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help explain what an Article 78 proceeding involves and what timelines generally apply to such filings.
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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