Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 90-27
Demolition as compliance
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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, after obtaining a demolition permit, and such action shall be deemed in compliance.
Under Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 § 90-27, when a building owner receives an official notice of violation indicating the property fails to meet the chapter's requirements, one recognized path to achieving compliance is the complete demolition of the structure. Demolition is only treated as a valid compliance method if the owner first secures a proper demolition permit. Once the permitted demolition is carried out, the violation is considered resolved under this provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 § 90-27 gives property owners who have received a notice of violation an alternative to remediation: demolishing the non-compliant building. Compliant operators who pursue this path obtain a demolition permit before any work begins, ensuring the action is properly authorized. This option is typically weighed alongside the cost and feasibility of bringing the structure into code compliance through repairs or upgrades.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 § 90-27 permits a building owner to respond to a code violation notice by demolishing the structure rather than repairing it, provided a demolition permit is obtained first. Tenants living in a building that has received a notice of violation should be aware that this provision exists and may affect their housing situation. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can provide information about any notice, relocation, or displacement protections that may apply when demolition is pursued as a compliance strategy.
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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