N.Y.C. Admin. Code tit. 8, ch. 1 § 8-121
Reopening of proceeding by commission (New York City Human Rights Law)
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The commission may reopen any proceeding, or vacate or modify any order or determination of the commission, whenever justice so requires, in accordance with the rules of the commission. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 1991/039 .
Under N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 8-101 et seq. § 8-121, the New York City Commission on Human Rights retains the authority to reopen any proceeding it has previously conducted, or to vacate or modify any order or determination it has issued, when the interests of justice call for such action. This power is exercised in accordance with the commission's own procedural rules. The provision ensures that final outcomes are not necessarily permanent if circumstances warrant reconsideration.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to a commission order or determination should be aware that, under N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 8-101 et seq. § 8-121, the commission retains discretion to revisit, vacate, or modify its prior rulings. Compliant operators generally keep thorough records of all commission proceedings and correspondence, since those records may become relevant if a matter is reopened. Staying informed about the commission's procedural rules helps operators understand the standards that govern any potential reopening.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.Y.C. Admin. Code §§ 8-101 et seq. § 8-121 gives the commission the ability to reopen a proceeding or change a prior order when justice requires it, which means a closed case is not always the final word. Tenants who believe a prior commission determination was unjust or based on incomplete information may explore whether the commission's rules provide a path to request reconsideration. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with commission procedures can help explain what avenues may be available in a given situation.
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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