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Domestic animals and pets shall be kept in an appropriate manner and shall not be permitted to run at large.
Section 148-39 of Brewster, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 148 establishes that domestic animals and pets must be kept in a suitable, controlled manner and are not allowed to roam freely without restraint. The rule applies broadly to anyone keeping animals within the jurisdiction. It sets a baseline standard of responsible animal containment rather than specifying a particular method of restraint.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 148-39, operators of rental properties in Brewster should be aware that tenants keeping domestic animals or pets are subject to local requirements that animals be properly contained and not allowed to run at large. Compliant property managers often address animal control expectations in lease agreements and respond promptly to complaints about animals roaming unsecured on or around the property. Documenting any reported violations and communicating the local ordinance requirements to tenants are practices consistent with responsible property management under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 148-39 of Brewster's Code of Ordinances requires that any domestic animals or pets you keep must be maintained in an appropriate manner and not permitted to run at large. If a neighbor or landlord raises a concern about an animal running loose, this provision may be cited as the basis for a complaint or lease-related action. Tenants who have questions about how this rule applies to their living situation may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or review the full text of Chapter 148 for additional context.
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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