Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-48
Demolition
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Any owner of a building receiving a notice of violation stating that such building does not comply with the provisions of this chapter may demolish such building, and such action shall be deemed compliance.
Under Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-48, when a building owner receives an official notice of violation indicating that the building fails to meet the requirements of Chapter 149, the owner has the option to demolish the building entirely. Choosing demolition is treated as a form of compliance with the notice, effectively resolving the cited violations. This provision creates an alternative path to compliance beyond correcting or repairing the specific deficiencies identified in the notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 149 § 149-48, a property owner who receives a notice of violation has the option to demolish the non-compliant building as an alternative to bringing it into code compliance through repairs or upgrades. Operators who pursue this path generally document the demolition process and confirm with the relevant municipal authority that the action has been recorded as satisfying the notice. Because demolition is an irreversible step with significant legal, financial, and displacement implications, compliant operators typically consult with legal counsel and local permitting offices before proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 149-48 of Mount Vernon's Code of Ordinances grants building owners the right to demolish a structure cited for code violations as an alternative to making repairs, with demolition counting as compliance. If you live in a building that has received a notice of violation, this provision means your home could potentially be demolished rather than repaired, which may trigger separate tenant-protection laws regarding displacement and relocation. Tenants in this situation may want to contact a local tenant-rights organization or review Mount Vernon's other housing ordinances to understand what additional protections or notice requirements may apply before any demolition can proceed.
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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