Batavia CHAPTER 27 MULTIPLE FAMILY RENTAL BUILDINGS § 3-27-1
DEFINITIONS
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For purposes of this chapter the following terms shall have the following meanings: COORDINATOR: Means the person designated by the Chief of Police as the Crime Free Rental Housing Coordinator responsible for the Batavia Crime Free Rental Housing Program seminars and program implementation. DESIGNATED AGENT: Means that person designated by the owner for the purpose of receiving notice as provided in subsection 3-27-2 D of this chapter. DWELLING: Means any single family, duplex, townhome or condominium building or unit that is separately titled and owned. DWELLING UNIT: Means any unit within a multi-unit building that is intended and used for living purposes separate from other units in the same building. LARGE MULTI-UNIT RENTAL PROPERTY: Means a building or complex of buildings that include six (6) or more rented dwellings and dwelling units. Any property consisting of a complex of rental buildings that is contiguous is considered one rental property for purposes of this chapter. LICENSEE: Means the person(s) to whom a rental license is issued. OWNER: Means any person in whom the title to real estate is vested. If title is vested in a trust, "owner" shall include the beneficiaries of the trust. PERSON: Means any individual, corporation, limited liability company, partnership, association, organization or other entity, whether for profit or not-for-profit. PROPERTY MANAGER: Means a person designated by the owner with the authority or responsibility to oversee the management of rental property. (Ord. 13-42, 11-4-2013, eff. 12-1-2013)
Section 3-27-1 of Batavia's Chapter 27 establishes the foundational vocabulary used throughout the Multiple Family Rental Buildings ordinance. Key terms such as "Coordinator," "Dwelling Unit," "Large Multi-Unit Rental Property," and "Licensee" are given precise definitions that govern how the rest of the chapter is interpreted and applied. For example, a large multi-unit rental property is specifically defined as one with six or more rented units, and contiguous buildings in a complex are counted together as a single property. These definitions set the boundaries for who and what falls under the chapter's requirements.
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Property owners and managers operating in Batavia should familiarize themselves with the defined terms in § 3-27-1, as these definitions determine whether a property qualifies as a "Large Multi-Unit Rental Property" and whether the owner must designate an agent or property manager under the chapter. Owners whose title is held in a trust should note that trust beneficiaries are expressly included in the definition of "Owner," meaning the chapter's obligations extend to them. Compliant operators typically ensure that any designated agent or property manager is formally identified in accordance with the roles described in this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Batavia rental properties should be aware that § 3-27-1 defines the key terms that shape their rights and protections under Chapter 27, including what qualifies as a "Dwelling Unit" and who counts as an "Owner" or "Property Manager." Understanding these definitions can help tenants identify which parties bear responsibility under the ordinance and whether their building meets the threshold for a "Large Multi-Unit Rental Property." Tenants seeking to understand how these definitions apply to their situation may wish to consult the City of Batavia or a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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