Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27 § 27-146
Unlawful actions
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It shall be unlawful for any person to willfully deny or unduly delay entry or access to any premises to a designated city officer or employee with an inspection warrant authorizing inspection of said premises, to willfully deny or unduly delay or interfere with the inspection authorized by the warrant, or after receiving a copy of an inspection warrant requiring the scheduling of an inspection, to willfully fail to schedule a reasonable date and time for the inspection as set forth in the inspection warrant. Any person who violates this section shall be subject to an application to be found in contempt of court pursuant to article 19 of the Judiciary Law, and punishment as provided for therein may include a fine or imprisonment, or both.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 9 § 27-146 establishes that it is unlawful to willfully block, delay, or interfere with a city officer or employee who holds a valid inspection warrant for a property. It also prohibits failing to schedule an inspection after receiving a warrant that requires scheduling. Violations of this provision can result in a contempt-of-court proceeding under New York's Judiciary Law, which may carry fines, imprisonment, or both.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 9 § 27-146, compliant property owners and managers promptly cooperate when city inspectors present a valid inspection warrant, granting timely access without obstruction or unnecessary delay. When a warrant specifically requires scheduling, operators arrange a reasonable date and time as the warrant directs. Failure to do so exposes the responsible party to a contempt-of-court application, with potential fines or imprisonment under New York's Judiciary Law.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 9 § 27-146 applies to anyone who controls access to a property, which can include tenants in certain circumstances. If a city officer presents a valid inspection warrant, the law prohibits willful denial, undue delay, or interference with that inspection. Tenants who have questions about their rights and obligations when an inspection warrant is involved may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Syracuse housing regulations.
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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