N.Y. Multiple Dwelling Law § 303: Enforcement

§ 303. Enforcement. 1. Except as herein otherwise provided, the

provisions of this chapter shall be enforced by the department charged

with the enforcement of laws, ordinances and regulations in relation to

multiple dwellings.

1-a. For the purpose of enforcing the provisions of this chapter, the

department shall have the power to subpeona witnesses, administer oaths

and take testimony, compel the production of books, papers, records and

documents and to hold public or private hearings, subject to the right

of any person who shall appear hereunder to be represented by counsel of

his own choosing, at any such hearing. The department may designate one

or more of its members, officers or employees to exercise any one or

more of such powers.

2. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to abrogate or impair

the powers of any department or of the courts to enforce the provisions

of any local law, ordinance, rule, regulation or charter not

inconsistent with this chapter, or to prevent violations or punish

violators thereof.