Islip Town Code Chapter 68 (Property Maintenance) prohibits blighted conditions including accumulated debris, overgrown vegetation, dilapidated structures, and unsecured vacant buildings. Code enforcement may order abatement, levy fines, or perform work and charge the owner.
Chapter 68 adopts the NY Uniform Code property maintenance provisions with local amendments. Prohibited conditions include junk/debris accumulation, inoperable vehicles (also Chapter 59A), structural deterioration, broken windows, peeling paint visible from public, and pest harborage. Inspections triggered by complaint or routine sweeps. Owner receives notice of violation with compliance deadline, typically 10-30 days.
Daily fines up to 1,000 dollars until corrected. Town may perform abatement and place lien on property for costs plus administrative fee.
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