Port Jefferson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 161 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 161-34
Notice of violations
Operative Text
Whenever the Building Inspector determines that there has been a violation or that there are reasonable grounds to believe that there has been a violation of any provision of this chapter, he shall give notice of such violation or alleged violation to the person or persons or entity responsible for such violation and the owner of the premises, if different. Such notice shall be in writing and shall specify the violation and shall provide a reasonable time of not less than 10 days nor more than 30 days for compliance and shall be served upon the owner, agent, operator or occupant, as the case may require. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served personally or if a copy thereof is sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the last known residence or business address of such person or entity, and a copy is posted in a conspicuous place in or about the premises affected by the notice. Such notice shall be deemed sufficient if mailed to the owner of the premises affected by the notice at the address shown on the current tax assessment rolls of the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson. Such notice shall inform the person to whom it is directed of his right to apply for a hearing before the Building Inspector as provided in § 161-40 of this chapter. Such notice may contain an outline of remedial action which, if taken, will effect compliance with the provisions of this chapter.
Under Port Jefferson Code § 161-34, when the Building Inspector finds or has reasonable grounds to believe a violation of Chapter 161 has occurred, a written notice must be issued to the responsible party and the property owner. The notice must identify the specific violation and give the recipient between 10 and 30 days to come into compliance. It may also include an outline of corrective steps and must inform the recipient of their right to request a hearing before the Building Inspector under § 161-40.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and operators subject to Port Jefferson Code § 161-34 should ensure their current mailing address is accurately reflected on the Village's tax assessment rolls, since that address is the one the Building Inspector will use for certified-mail service of violation notices. A compliant operator who receives such a notice reviews the specified violation, notes the compliance deadline (which will fall between 10 and 30 days), and takes note of any remedial steps outlined in the notice. Operators are also generally aware of their right to apply for a hearing before the Building Inspector under § 161-40 if they wish to contest the alleged violation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 161-34 of the Port Jefferson Code, tenants or occupants may themselves be served with a written notice of violation if they are considered a responsible party, and the notice will specify what must be corrected and by when. Tenants who receive such a notice are informed within it of their right to seek a hearing before the Building Inspector as described in § 161-40. Those with questions about how a violation notice affects their housing situation may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with New York housing law.
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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