Posen CHAPTER 17 RENTAL STRUCTURES AND UNITS § 6-17-4
DEFINITIONS
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BUILDING COMMITTEE: Building Commissioner, Electrical Inspector, Fire Inspector and Trustee in charge of Committee. DWELLING UNIT: One or more rooms in a structure or portion thereof arranged, designed and used as a residence or living quarters by one or more persons, and containing therein bathroom and kitchen facilities. LANDLORD: The owner, lessor or sublessor of the dwelling unit or the building of which it is a part. OWNER: One or more persons, a corporation, a partnership, or any other legal entity, jointly or severally in whom is vested all or part of the legal title to the premises, or all or part of the beneficial ownership and a right to present use and enjoyment of the premises, including a mortgage holder in possession. RENTAL MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING STRUCTURE: A dwelling structure, containing two (2) or more dwelling units.
Section 6-17-4 of Posen's Chapter 17 establishes the foundational definitions that govern the village's rental housing regulations. Key terms such as "dwelling unit," "landlord," "owner," and "rental multi-family dwelling structure" are given specific legal meanings that apply throughout the chapter. For example, a dwelling unit must include both bathroom and kitchen facilities, and an "owner" can encompass individuals, corporations, partnerships, or even mortgage holders in possession.
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Property owners and managers operating in Posen should be familiar with the definitions set out in § 6-17-4, as these terms shape how the rest of Chapter 17 applies to their properties. Notably, the definition of "landlord" includes not just owners but also lessors and sublessors, meaning those who sublease units may carry regulatory responsibilities as well. Operators of buildings with two or more dwelling units should recognize that their properties fall under the "rental multi-family dwelling structure" classification, which may trigger additional obligations elsewhere in the chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants in Posen benefit from understanding the definitions in § 6-17-4, since these terms determine who qualifies as a "landlord" and what constitutes a "dwelling unit" under local rental regulations. Because the definition of landlord extends to lessors and sublessors, tenants in subleasing arrangements may still have protections under Chapter 17. Tenants who have questions about how these definitions apply to their housing situation can consult a local tenant-rights organization or seek guidance from the Posen Building Committee, which includes the Building Commissioner and other inspectors.
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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