New York City · Through Local Law 2026/135 (enacted August 31, 2026)

N.Y.C. Admin. Code § 27-2139: § 27-2139 Power to order dwelling vacated.

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New York City Administrative Code
Title 27
Chapter 2: Housing Maintenance Code

a. Any dwelling or part thereof, which, because of a structural or fire safety hazard, defects in plumbing, sewage, drainage, or cleanliness, or any other violation of this code or any other applicable law, constitutes a danger to the life, health, or safety of its occupants, shall be deemed to be unfit for human habitation.

b. The department may order or cause any dwelling or part thereof which is unfit for human habitation to be vacated.

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