Spencer, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 98 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 98-6
Duties of Code Enforcement Officer
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It shall be the duty of the Code Enforcement Officer: A. To make initial inspections for occupancy certificates for mobile homes placed on mobile home lots. B. To investigate all complaints made under this chapter. C. To enforce this chapter by inspection for compliance and, in the case of violations, to prosecute the responsible persons in a court of competent jurisdiction. D. To request the Town Board to take appropriate legal action on all violations of this chapter and to provide such applications and forms as are necessary to implement the provisions of this chapter.
Section 98-6 of Spencer, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 establishes the core responsibilities of the Code Enforcement Officer with respect to mobile home regulations. The officer is charged with conducting initial inspections before occupancy certificates are issued for mobile homes, investigating complaints filed under the chapter, and pursuing enforcement action—including prosecution—against those found in violation. The officer also works in coordination with the Town Board, requesting legal action when violations arise and supplying the necessary forms to carry out the chapter's provisions.
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Under § 98-6, the Code Enforcement Officer has authority to inspect mobile home lots for compliance with Chapter 98, meaning operators of mobile home parks or lots in Spencer should expect initial inspections before any occupancy certificate is granted. Compliant operators generally maintain their properties in accordance with the chapter's requirements so that routine inspections do not result in referrals for prosecution or requests to the Town Board for legal action. Keeping accurate records and responding promptly to any inquiries from the Code Enforcement Officer reflects the kind of cooperation that supports smooth administration of § 98-6.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 98-6 gives tenants and residents of mobile home lots in Spencer a formal channel for raising concerns: the Code Enforcement Officer is expressly required to investigate all complaints made under Chapter 98. If a resident believes a violation exists, the provision establishes that the officer can pursue enforcement up to and including prosecution of responsible parties in court. Residents who believe their situation may involve a violation of Chapter 98 may consider contacting the Spencer Code Enforcement Officer directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance on how the complaint process under § 98-6 works.
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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