Residents of Patty’s Lodge in the Town of Hopewell have been given additional time to find housing after motel management extended the property’s closure date to June 21, while a major development unfolded this week in the high-profile murder case that brought national attention to the motel.
According to reporting by News10NBC in Rochester, residents who had been facing a Monday eviction were informed that they now have until June 21 to vacate the property.
The extension follows concerns about the amount of notice provided to tenants. Under New York law, individuals who have resided at a property for more than 30 days are generally entitled to at least 30 days’ written notice before eviction proceedings can begin. Residents at Patty’s Lodge reportedly received only 11 days’ notice before being told they would have to leave.
On Monday, the Ontario County Department of Social Services issued a statement clarifying that none of the individuals who received closure notices were being housed at the motel through county placements.
“While DSS had no role in the motel’s operations or in the decision to close, the agency has been in contact with several individuals affected by the announcement,” the department said.
County officials said the agency has already worked with some residents who sought assistance after receiving closure notices and helped them explore and secure alternative housing options.
The department said it remains committed to helping any current or former Patty’s Lodge resident who requests assistance. Individuals seeking help will be evaluated for eligibility under applicable programs and, if eligible, will be assisted in finding appropriate housing.
Residents can contact Ontario County DSS at 585-396-4060 or visit the agency during regular business hours.
The closure comes as developments continue in the criminal case surrounding the death of Sam Nordquist, a transgender man who was tortured and killed at Patty’s Lodge in 2025.
On Tuesday, Ontario County District Attorney Jason MacBride announced that Emily Motyka pleaded guilty in Ontario County Court to Murder in the Second Degree and Kidnapping in the Second Degree for her role in Nordquist’s death. Motyka is one of seven people charged in the case.
The guilty plea was entered before Ontario County Judge Kristina Karle. The remaining defendants continue to face charges and are expected to stand trial later this year.
Property records show Patty’s Lodge was sold by DG Hotels LLC to Om Lakshmi Ariya LLC on May 12. According to media reports, residents have been told the motel will be demolished to make way for a new development.
