Landlord Didn't Remove Snow and Ice

DOS issued eight violation notices to landlord for failing to remove snow and ice from sidewalks abutting six buildings. DOS inspectors had observed snow and ice on several different dates in front of these buildings. Landlord claimed that the buildings were vacant and under renovation, so she didn't remove snow or ice from pedestrian walkways. The ALJ ruled against landlord and fined her $800. Landlord appealed and lost. Landlord was required to remove snow and ice within four hours after snow stopped falling, and failed to do so.

Stark: ECB App. No. 1100416 (7/21/11) [3-pg. doc.]