Westbury, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 83-8
Superintendent of Building Department to order abatement
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All buildings, dwellings, dwelling units, multiple dwellings, yards, courts, open areas and vacant lots which are in violation of this chapter are hereby declared to be a nuisance and shall be abated by being corrected, made sanitary, repaired, vacated or demolished, in accordance with the orders of the Superintendent of the Building Department.
Under Westbury, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 § 83-8, any building, dwelling, dwelling unit, multiple dwelling, yard, court, open area, or vacant lot that violates the housing code is legally classified as a nuisance. Once that designation applies, the Superintendent of the Building Department holds authority to order that the condition be corrected, made sanitary, repaired, vacated, or demolished. The provision gives the Superintendent broad discretion in choosing which remedy is appropriate to bring the property into compliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Westbury, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 § 83-8 should be aware that any code violation on their property — whether in a dwelling unit, a yard, or even a vacant lot — can trigger a formal nuisance declaration. Compliant operators generally maintain all structures and open areas in a condition that meets the standards of ch. 83, so as to avoid an abatement order from the Superintendent of the Building Department. When an order is issued, it may require anything from repairs and sanitation measures to full demolition, making proactive maintenance a practical priority.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Westbury, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 § 83-8, tenants living in conditions that violate the housing code may have grounds to report those conditions to the Superintendent of the Building Department, who has authority to declare the property a nuisance and order corrective action. Possible remedies the Superintendent can direct include repairs, sanitation improvements, or in serious cases, vacation of the premises. Tenants who believe their dwelling is in violation may consider documenting the conditions, contacting the Building Department directly, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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