Port Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 197 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 197-29
Referral of violations
Operative Text
Whenever it is determined that the condition of a dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises is in violation of any applicable code which is not provided for by this law or which is provided for by a higher standard of such other law, code, law or regulation as provided in § 197-5 , such condition or violation shall be referred to the appropriate authority.
Section 197-29 of Port Chester's housing code establishes a referral mechanism for certain code violations. When an inspection or review reveals that a dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit, or premises fails to meet a standard that falls outside this chapter's scope—or is governed by a stricter standard under another law or regulation as described in § 197-5—the violation is directed to whichever authority has jurisdiction over that other code. This provision ensures that no violation slips through the cracks simply because it is covered by a different regulatory body.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 197-29, property owners and managers should be aware that a single inspection can trigger referrals to multiple agencies if conditions on the property implicate codes beyond Chapter 197. Compliant operators generally maintain their dwellings, dwelling units, rooming houses, rooming units, and premises in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal standards—not just those directly administered under this chapter. Keeping records of all inspections and any correspondence from referring or receiving authorities helps operators track and resolve violations across different regulatory frameworks.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 197-29 means that if an inspector finds a condition in your dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, or rooming unit that is governed by a stricter or separate code, the matter is not simply dropped—it is forwarded to the agency with authority over that other standard. Tenants can ask the inspecting official which authority a violation has been referred to, and then follow up directly with that agency. Tenant-rights organizations in Westchester County can also help residents understand which agencies may be involved and what general options exist for pursuing a complaint.
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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