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Nuisance Abatement Program

Quality of Life

Public nuisances occur when the activity or operation of an establishment results in a flagrant violation of the City of Rochester’s Penal Law or Municipal Code provisions. Nuisances substantially harm the quality of life, the environment, commerce, property values, public health, safety, and welfare. The Nuisance Abatement Program was established to identify and remedy such public nuisances.

Dog licenses

Why should you license your dog?

Licensing your dog is required by New York State Agriculture and Markets Law and the Municipal Code of the City of Rochester. There are fines for citizens with unlicensed dogs. A dog license is not only a requirement, it also provides the following benefits: