North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 8-12
Suspension and revocation of license
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A. The Building Commissioner shall have the power to revoke a multiple residence license under the following circumstances: (1) Where the Building Commissioner determines that there has been any false statement or material misrepresentation contained in any part of the application or supporting information upon which the license was based; or (2) Where the Building Commissioner determines that the license was issued in error and should not have been issued in accordance with the requirements of this chapter or other applicable law; or (3) Where the Building Commissioner finds an imminent danger to human life or public health and safety in or on the premises for which the license was issued; or (4) Where the Building Commissioner determines that the person to whom the license is issued fails or refuses to comply with a written order indicating items requiring correction or work needed to comply with this chapter within the time period established by the Building Commissioner. B. A written notice of revocation of a license shall be served upon the holder of the license and the owner, occupant or person in control of the premises covered by the license. Said notice shall be served personally or by certified mail, return receipt requested, and an addressed copy of the notice shall be posted on the premises covered by the license, if practicable. C. An appeal from such revocation may be taken by the license holder to the Town Board, by written request, made within 15 days from the date of such revocation. The Town Board shall hold a public hearing on such appeal within 30 days after receipt of written notice of such appeal and, after such hearing, shall make written findings, a conclusion and a decision either sustaining such license revocation or reinstating such license within 15 days after close of such public hearing. Unless the Town Board directs otherwise in circumstances constituting serious threats to health and safety, the filing of an appeal shall stay the effectiveness of a license revocation until the Town Board has considered and ruled upon the issue.
North Hempstead Code ch. 8 § 8-12 establishes the conditions under which the Building Commissioner may revoke a multiple residence license, including fraud in the application, an erroneously issued license, imminent danger to life or health, or a failure to correct cited violations within a set timeframe. Revocation must be communicated through written notice served personally or by certified mail and posted on the property. A license holder who receives a revocation notice has 15 days to appeal to the Town Board, which must hold a public hearing within 30 days; filing a timely appeal generally stays the revocation unless the Town Board determines a serious health or safety threat requires otherwise.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of multiple residences in North Hempstead should be aware that under ch. 8 § 8-12, the Building Commissioner can revoke a license for reasons ranging from application misrepresentations to unresolved written correction orders. Compliant operators typically ensure that all application materials are accurate, respond promptly to any written orders requiring corrective action within the timeframe the Commissioner establishes, and maintain premises free of conditions that could be deemed an imminent danger. If a revocation notice is received, the 15-day window to file a written appeal with the Town Board is a critical procedural deadline to be aware of.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under North Hempstead Code ch. 8 § 8-12, tenants living in a multiple residence have an interest in whether their building holds a valid license, since the Building Commissioner can revoke that license when dangerous conditions exist or when a landlord fails to comply with correction orders. If a revocation notice is posted on the premises, tenants may want to document that notice and understand that an appeal by the license holder can temporarily stay the revocation's effect. Tenants who have concerns about building conditions or a potential license revocation may consider contacting the North Hempstead Building Department or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options under this provision.
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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