Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-35
Notice to abate immediate danger
Operative Text
Whenever the Enforcement Officer finds that a violation of this code exists which, in his opinion, and with concurrence of the chief executive officer of Village of Pelham, requires immediate action to abate a direct hazard or immediate danger to the health, safety or welfare of the occupants of a building or of the public, the Enforcement Officer may, without prior notice or hearing, issue an order citing the violation and directing that such action be taken as is necessary to remove or abate the hazard or danger. Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, such an order shall be effective immediately upon service and shall be complied with immediately or as otherwise provided. Emergencies include but are not limited to: A. Failure to supply utilities such as heat, water, light and gas. B. Inability to drain the waste system. C. Falling plaster condition. D. Overgrowth of noxious weeds. E. Infestation of rats and other disease-bearing rodents and insects. F. Stormwater flooding or similar condition which endangers the operability of the affected premises. G. Any condition listed in § 54-33 .
Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-35 authorizes the Village's Enforcement Officer, with the concurrence of the chief executive officer, to issue an emergency abatement order without advance notice or a hearing when a violation poses an immediate hazard to occupants or the public. Such an order takes effect the moment it is served and must be complied with immediately. The provision lists specific emergency conditions—including loss of utilities, failing drainage, falling plaster, rodent infestation, and stormwater flooding—as examples of situations that can trigger this expedited process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 54-35, a compliant property owner or manager maintains building systems and conditions so that emergency abatement orders are never warranted. Operators generally keep utilities functioning, drainage systems operational, and structures free of hazards such as falling plaster or pest infestations. Because an order issued under this section is effective immediately upon service and requires immediate compliance, operators who receive one typically act at once to correct the cited condition and document their remediation steps.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-35 gives occupants a meaningful protection: when a condition in their building poses an immediate danger—such as loss of heat or water, a rat infestation, or a flooding hazard—the Village's Enforcement Officer can order the hazard corrected without waiting for a formal hearing. Tenants who believe such a condition exists may contact the Village of Pelham's Enforcement Officer to request an inspection and potential emergency action under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Westchester County housing law can also help residents understand what options are generally available when an immediate danger is present.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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