Bath, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 72-24
Refuse disposal
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Each manufactured home shall have adequate metal or plastic garbage cans with tight-fitting covers. The can shall be kept in a sanitary condition at all times. Exterior property areas shall be maintained free from organic and inorganic material that might become a health, accident or fire hazard.
Under Bath, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 § 72-24, every manufactured home in a regulated community must be equipped with metal or plastic garbage cans that have tight-fitting lids, kept clean and sanitary at all times. Beyond the cans themselves, the outdoor areas surrounding each home must be kept clear of any organic or inorganic debris that could pose a health, accident, or fire risk. The rule establishes a baseline standard of refuse management and exterior cleanliness for manufactured home sites.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of manufactured home communities subject to Bath, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 § 72-24 generally ensure that each home site is supplied with, or that residents maintain, appropriate metal or plastic garbage cans with secure, tight-fitting covers. Compliant park management typically conducts routine inspections of exterior property areas to confirm they remain free of accumulated debris, waste, or other materials that could create health, accident, or fire hazards. Keeping written records of inspections and any corrective actions taken at individual sites is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Bath, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 § 72-24, residents of manufactured homes have a right to live in a community where exterior areas are maintained free from hazardous debris, and where adequate, sanitary refuse containers are provided or required. If a tenant believes these standards are not being met—whether due to a landlord's failure to address communal areas or another condition—general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the local code enforcement office in Bath, N.Y., or contacting a tenant-rights organization for guidance. Documenting conditions with photographs and written communications can be a useful step when pursuing any of these options.
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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