Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 211 § 211-11
Revocation or suspension of licenses
Operative Text
A. The Commissioner, at any time after having given to any licensee or his designee five days' written notice of hearing and an opportunity to be heard, may revoke or suspend the license of such licensee for any violation of any provision of law. The licensee shall be entitled to be represented by counsel. B. Whenever any license shall be revoked, at least six months from the date of such revocation shall elapse before another license may be issued to conduct a rooming house in the same premises and at least one year from the date of such revocation shall elapse before the licensee shall be eligible for another license.
Section 211-11 of Mount Vernon's Code of Ordinances establishes a process by which the Commissioner may revoke or suspend a rooming house license after providing the licensee at least five days' written notice and a hearing opportunity, with the right to legal representation. If a license is revoked, the same premises cannot be relicensed as a rooming house for at least six months, and the former licensee personally cannot obtain a new rooming house license for at least one year. This provision applies whenever any provision of law has been violated by the licensee.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rooming houses in Mount Vernon should be aware that under § 211-11, the Commissioner holds authority to revoke or suspend a license following a noticed hearing. Compliant operators generally maintain adherence to all applicable laws to avoid triggering this process, keep records that could be presented at a hearing, and ensure they understand that a revocation carries significant waiting periods—six months before the premises can be relicensed and one year before the individual operator can reapply. Retaining legal counsel familiar with § 211-11 proceedings is a recognized part of the hearing process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 211-11 gives tenants context for understanding that rooming house operators in Mount Vernon can lose their licenses if they violate applicable laws, following a formal hearing process. If a tenant believes a rooming house is being operated in violation of local law, they may consider contacting the relevant Mount Vernon municipal office to inquire about the licensing status of their building or to report potential violations. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how license revocation proceedings under § 211-11 may affect their housing situation and what options may be available to them.
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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