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Rules (97)

Title

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-1

Classification of buildings

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-10

Maximum occupancy

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-11

Prohibited uses

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-12

Size of habitable spaces

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-13

Basements

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-14

Light and ventilation

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-15

General requirements

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-16

Exterior protection

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-17

Interior protection

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-18

Prohibited accumulations

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-19

Purpose

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-2

Prevention of fire spread

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-20

Interior finishes, trim and decorative materials

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-21

Fireplaces

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-22

General requirements

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-23

Plumbing

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-24

Fuel gas

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-25

Heating

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-26

Chimneys, flues and gas vents

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-27

Incinerators

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-28

Electrical

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-29

Scope

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-3

Cooking and refrigeration

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-30

Air conditioning and mechanical ventilation

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-31

Fuel oil

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-32

Fire protection in multiple dwellings

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-33

Elevators, dumbwaiters and escalators in multiple dwellings

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-34

Compliance required

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-35

Open areas

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-36

Buildings and structures

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-37

Infestation and screening

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-38

Garbage and refuse

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-39

Conflict with other regulations

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-4

Domestic animals and pets

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-40

Enforcement by Commissioner of Buildings

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-41

Inspections

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-42

Notice of violation; issuance of summons or appearance ticket

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-43

Final order

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-44

Referral of violations

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-45

Power to act in emergencies

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-46

Abatement by City; recovery of costs

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-47

Demolition

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-48

Reinspection

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-49

Compliance with other standards

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-5

Extension of time for compliance

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-50

Recording of notices

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-51

Transfer of ownership

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-52

Requests for searches of records

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-53

Requests for hearing

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-54

Hearing

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-55

Decision upon hearing

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-56

Record of hearing

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-57

Recovery of expenses; costs as lien

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-58

Responsibilities of owners

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-59

Severability

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-6

Responsibilities of rooming house operators

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-60

Responsibilities of occupants

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-61

Penalties for offenses

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-62

Definitions

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-63

When installation required; obstruction or removal unlawful

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-64

Notice to tenants

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-65

Effective dates

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-66

Requirements for certain apartment buildings

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-67

Title

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-68

Purpose

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-69

Definitions

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-7

Definitions

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-70

Mandatory task force inspection

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-71

Financial status of owner

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-72

Monitoring; report required by building owner

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-73

Penalties for chronic offenders; publication of names and addresses

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-74

Power to act in emergency

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-75

Premises unfit for human habitation

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-76

Amnesty period

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-77

Reports to City Council

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-78

Word usage

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-8

Compliance required

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-9

Definitions

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-1

Rules and regulations

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-10

Revocation or suspension of licenses

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-11

Minimum standards

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-12

Display of license; exterior lighting

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-13

Register

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-14

Posting of maximum occupancy

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-15

Transfer of licenses

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-16

Operating without license

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-17

Penalties for offenses

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-18

Effective date

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-19

License required

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-2

License application

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-3

Content of application

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-4

Fees; license renewal

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-5

Changes requiring amended application

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-6

Form of license; required signatures

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-7

Index of licenses

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-8

Exemptions

Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-9