Maybrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 149-9
Notice of violation; hearing
Operative Text
A. A notice of violation issued by the Building Inspector relative to a premises shall be served by registered or certified mail and by regular mail upon the person, or by posting the violation notice in a conspicuous place upon the premises affected. If a notice of violation is served by posting it upon the premises, a copy thereof shall be mailed to the person to whom it is directed by registered mail and regular mail with no return address on the envelope, and proof of service retained in the file. B. A notice of violation shall state that unless, within 10 days from service of the notice, a written request is made for a hearing before the Board of Trustees, such notice shall, at the expiration of such ten-day period, be deemed an order to cease and desist from and to abate the described violation. Such notice shall prescribe a reasonable time within which such person shall be required to cease and desist from and abate such violation. The notice may also contain an outline of remedial action which, if taken, will effect compliance with this chapter. C. If a hearing is requested, it shall be commenced not later than 10 days after the request is made, provided that, for good cause, the Board of Trustees or Mayor may postpone such hearing for a reasonable time. If, after the hearing, the Board of Trustees finds that no violation exists or that such unusual, extraordinary or undue hardship shall occur as a result of the physical dimension and proportion of the property, the notice may be vacated. If the Board of Trustees finds that a violation does exist, it shall forthwith issue an order requiring the abatement of the same within a prescribed reasonable time. The proceedings at such hearing shall be summarized in a written report and entered as a matter of public record in the office of the Village Clerk. D. Any party aggrieved by the decision of the Board of Trustees may, within 30 days of the decision, appeal said decision pursuant to Article 78 of the Civil Practice Law and Rules. E. The provisions of Subsections A and B notwithstanding, it shall not be necessary for the Building Inspector to issue a notice of violation or to order, in writing, the correction of a condition in the instance of a second or any subsequent offense within a twelve-month period, and, in the case of a second or subsequent offense, the person in violation may immediately be served with an appearance ticket or summons.
Maybrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-9 establishes the process by which the Building Inspector issues and serves notices of violation, and how those notices can escalate into binding orders. A person who receives such a notice has 10 days to request a hearing before the Board of Trustees; if no hearing is requested, the notice automatically becomes a cease-and-desist and abatement order. The Board of Trustees holds the hearing, issues findings, and any party unhappy with the outcome may appeal under Article 78 of the Civil Practice Law and Rules within 30 days. For repeat offenses within a twelve-month period, the Building Inspector may skip the notice process entirely and issue an appearance ticket or summons directly.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Maybrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-9 generally keep careful records of any notices of violation received, including the date and method of service, since the 10-day window to request a hearing begins running from the moment of service. Compliant operators typically respond promptly—either by requesting a hearing in writing within that window or by taking the remedial action outlined in the notice—to avoid the notice automatically converting into a formal abatement order. Operators also track prior violations within any rolling twelve-month period, because a second or subsequent offense can result in an appearance ticket or summons without any preliminary notice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in premises subject to a violation notice under Maybrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-9 should be aware that the notice-and-hearing process creates a public record filed with the Village Clerk, which can be a useful reference when documenting housing conditions. If a hearing is held and the Board of Trustees issues an unfavorable decision, any aggrieved party—including a tenant with standing—has 30 days to pursue an appeal under Article 78 of the Civil Practice Law and Rules. Tenants seeking to understand their rights in connection with a violation notice may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the public records on file with the Village Clerk.
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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