Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-67
Order to demolish
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Whenever a notice of violation as provided in Section 12-66 has not been complied with, the head of the Code Enforcement Agency may order the building demolished. Such order shall be served as provided in Section 12-34 , and demolition shall be completed within the time specified by the head of the Code Enforcement Agency.
Section 12-67 of Poughkeepsie's Code of Ordinances establishes that when a property owner fails to comply with a notice of violation issued under Section 12-66, the head of the Code Enforcement Agency is authorized to order the building demolished. The demolition order must be served in the manner described in Section 12-34, and the owner must complete demolition within whatever timeframe the agency head specifies. This provision represents one of the most serious enforcement tools available under the city's code enforcement framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 12-67, a failure to address a prior notice of violation under Section 12-66 can escalate to a formal demolition order issued by the head of the Code Enforcement Agency. Compliant operators generally respond promptly to all notices of violation before they reach this stage, since a demolition order carries significant consequences for the property and any investment in it. Operators who receive a demolition order should be aware that it will be formally served per Section 12-34 and will include a specific deadline for completion.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-67 gives Poughkeepsie's Code Enforcement Agency head the authority to order a building demolished when a landlord has not complied with a prior violation notice under Section 12-66. If a tenant lives in a building that has received a demolition order, this can have direct implications for their housing situation. Tenants in this circumstance may wish to contact a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand what protections or relocation rights may apply under Poughkeepsie's broader housing code.
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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